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1050 Mills Dr, Irwin, PA
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Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave
- licensed capacity
- 93
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave
Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave is a child care center in Irwin, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 93 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: full-time care, infant care, part-time care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 77 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 6 years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 93 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 6 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Aware® of America fee assistance for Active Duty military families |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 93 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 93 children
- License number
- #CER-00259249
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 16, 2026: 24 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 8 visits · 77 rules in all · 76 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 20
- Records and paperwork 18
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Safety and hazards 7
- Background checks 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Apr 16, 2026Inspection24 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for Child #5 lacked an initial health report within 60 days of starting at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #7 lacked the enrolling parent work address and telephone number information.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The rest equipment in Classroom #1 and #6 were not labeled for use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Staff Person #7 lacked a tuberculosis screening within 12 months prior to starting at the facility. The health tuberculosis screening was completed 13 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The current Pediatric First Aid and CPR trainings on file for Staff Persons #6 and #11 were not completed on or prior to the expiration of the prior certification. This is evidenced by trainings dated 2.15.24-26 and 3.18.26-28.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The updates to the annual fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #9 exceeded 12 months between trainings dated 6.17.24 and 3.31.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files for Staff Person's #1, #3 and #5 lacked FBI clearances that had been completed through Identogo for DHS purposes. The FBI clearance on file for Staff Person #1 was completed through CJIS, the FBI clearance on file for #3 was completed for the Department of Aging, and the FBI clearance on file for Staff person #5 was completed for the Department of Education. The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a complete PA State Police and/or FBI clearance prior to observing a classroom of children. The updates to the PA State Clearance, PA Child Abuse and FBI Clearances and mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months. This is evidenced by PA State Police clearances being dated 4.30.20 and 6.16.25, PA Child Abuse clearances being dated 6.11.20 and 8.27.25, FBI clearances being dated 5.4.20 and 6.20.25, and mandated reporter trainings dated 6.10.20 and 8.19.25. The updates to the PA Child Abuse and FBI clearances and mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Person #6 exceeded 60 months between updates. This is evidenced by PA Child Abuse clearances being dated 6.15.20 and 9.16.26, FBI clearances being dated 6.24.20 and 8.17.25, and mandated reporter trainings being dated 6.17.20 and 8.6.25. The file for Staff Person #7 lacked a current disclosure statement that had been signed at the time of employment. The disclosure statement on file was a prior version and did not include all required language required by the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The files for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were observed to contain the original agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“The back restroom in Classroom 6 was observed to have dried urine on the toilet seat, on the floor and around the toilet base bolt covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #7 lacked the policy number for the child's health insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms for Children #4 and #7 lacked the complete address for the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The updates to the health reports on file for Child #6, a young toddler, exceeded 6 months between examinations dated 6.12.25 and 1.13.26.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The updates to the health reports on file for Child #4, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between health reports dated 7.10.24 and 8.1.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.133(1) Original container
“Small bottles, reported to contain Benadryl, were observed in a medication kit intended for child in care in Classroom 5. The child has a severe allergy and the parent reportedly pre-dosed the Benadryl into the small bottles to use if needed in the event of an allergic reaction. The Benadryl was not maintained in the original container.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.133(5) Original label
“An expired Albuterol Inhaler was observed in the medication bin in Classroom #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff Person #8 lacked an initial health report that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting in a child care taking position. The initial health report on file was dated 852 days prior to starting.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The files for Staff Person's #2, #3, #8 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for a position at the facility. Staff Person's #2, #3 and #8 were identified as AGSs. The files for Staff Persons #1 and #7 lacked verification of experience to qualify them for the position of AGS that they were identified to be performing. Without verification of experience or additional education Staff Person's #1 and #7 qualify as Aides.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A spray bottle containing a glass cleaner was observed on the counter in classroom #1. The glass cleaner was accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.66(b) Original container
“One unlabeled spray bottle, reported to contain a bleach water solution, was observed in both Classroom 3 and Classroom 5.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for Staff Person's #6, #9 and #11 lacked a written staff evaluation that had been completed by the Director within the last 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for Staff Persons #1, #2 and #8 lacked two written, nonfamily references attesting to their suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #10 was not completed by a PQAS approved trainer. Staff Person #10 has been in their position in excess of 90 days (refer to LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updated to the emergency contact form and financial agreements on file for children #1, #2 and #6 exceeded 6 months between reviews completed in August 2025 and March 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2026
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“The initial health report on file for Staff Person #12 lacked information that they had been examined for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2026
Oct 3, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked Pediatric First Aid and CPR training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS instructor within 90 days of their hire date with the Legal Entity. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #1 was not completed in an approved curriculum or with a PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log on file indicated that the last fire drill had occurred on 7.1.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system testing log on file for the facility indicated that the last alarm testing had occurred on 7.1.25. Fire detection devices and systems are required to be tested at least once every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Persons #2 and #3 exceeded 60 months between updates. This is evidenced by mandated reporter trainings for Staff Person #2 being dated 6.10.20 and 8.19.25 and mandated reporter trainings for Staff Person #3 being dated 6.17.20 and 8.6.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements, it was determined that Staff Person #1 removed Child #1 off of a bicycle by picking the child up from the bicycle by one arm. Staff Person #1 removed Child #1 to allow another child to ride the bicycle.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
Oct 3, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked Pediatric First Aid and CPR training in an approved curriculum with a PQAS instructor within 90 days of their hire date with the Legal Entity. The Pediatric First Aid and CPR training on file for Staff Person #1 was not completed in an approved curriculum or with a PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log on file indicated that the last fire drill had occurred on 7.1.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system testing log on file for the facility indicated that the last alarm testing had occurred on 7.1.25. Fire detection devices and systems are required to be tested at least once every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 27, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff Persons #2 and #3 exceeded 60 months between updates. This is evidenced by mandated reporter trainings for Staff Person #2 being dated 6.10.20 and 8.19.25 and mandated reporter trainings for Staff Person #3 being dated 6.17.20 and 8.6.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements, it was determined that Staff Person #1 removed Child #1 off of a bicycle by picking the child up from the bicycle by one arm. Staff Person #1 removed Child #1 to allow another child to ride the bicycle.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
Apr 8, 2025Inspection25 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate prior to starting in a child care taking position. The updates to the Mandated Reporter trainings on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 60 months between 11.14.19 and 1.27.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2025
3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“The staff worksheet indicated that Staff Person #6 was qualified as a Group Supervisor. The file for Staff Person #6 lacked verification of education to qualify them as a Group Supervisor as they have not completed their current education program to obtain their Associates. Without the education qualifications, Staff Person #6 qualifies as an Assistant Group Supervisor. The file for Staff Person #9 lacked verification that their education had been evaluated by a NACES or AICE certified evaluator.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #6 lacked a staff evaluation that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent staff evaluation was completed on 3.12.2024.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2025
3270.35(b)(3) Associate's + 2 yrs
“The file for Staff Person #6, who had been identified as a Group Supervisor, lacked completion of an associate's degree to qualify them for the position. At the time of the inspection it was reported they are in the process of earning their associate's degree.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At approximately 9:25am Staff Person's #1 and #2 were observed to be caring for 11 young toddlers in Classroom #4. The staff:child ratio for young toddlers is 1:5, which resulted in noncompliance with the ratio requirements as Staff Person #2 had 6 young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.123(a) Signed
“The most recent agreements on file for Children #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 lacked the Operator's signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The most recent agreement on file for Child #2 lacked the fee amount to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The most recent agreement on file for Child #7 lacked the designated release persons to who the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The most recent agreement on file for Children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7 and #8 lacked the admission/start date for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The most recent agreements on file for Children #1, #2, #3 and #4 were observed to include original parent signatures.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements on file for Children #2 and #3 exceeded 6 months between 8.2024 and 3.2025. The updates to the emergency contact form for Child #5 exceeded 6 months between updates on 8.2024 and 4.2025. The most recent update to the financial agreement for Child #5 was completed in 8.2024. The most recent updates to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements for Children #4 and #6 were completed in 8.2024 and in 9.2024 (emergency contact form) and 8.2024 (financial agreement) for Child #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Written feeding schedules were missing for 2 of the infants receiving care in Classroom #3 (the Infant Classroom).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“In Classroom #5 a lunchbox was observed on the counter to contain 2 cheese sticks. The cheese sticks required refrigeration.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The most recent emergency contact form on file for Children #3, #4 and #6 lacked signed parental consent for obtaining emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025
3270.124(a) Each child emergency contact person
“The most recent emergency contact form on file for Child #3 lacked the information as to who should be contacted in an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“The insurance policy on file lacked the facility address to allow for verification of coverage at the facility location.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The Pediatric First Aid and CPR trainings on file for Staff Person's #2 and #8 were not completed prior to the expiration of the prior certification. This is evidenced by a current certification of 2.17.25 and prior expiration of 12.2024 for Staff Person #8 and a current certification of 10.16.24 and prior expiration of 9.2024 for Staff Person #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The most recent emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the telephone number of the child's physician. The most recent emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the address and telephone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The most recent emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the policy number for the health insurance coverage.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The most recent emergency contact form on file for Children #1, #2, #4, #6 and #7 lacked the complete addresses for each of the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The files for Children #1 and #3, preschool age children, lacked updated health reports that had been completed within the last 12 months. The most recent health report on file for Child #1 was dated 5.2.2023 and the most recent health report on file for Child #3 was dated 3.1.2023. The updates to the health reports on file for Child #2 exceeded 12 months between examinations on 6.12.2023 and 4.8.2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The file for Child #7 lacked verification that they had received their 4 and 6 month DTAP, HIB, and Pneumococcal vaccinations and their 4 month Polio vaccination. A written exemption was not on file at that time of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“The file for Child #6 lacked written verification that the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The child has exceeded 60 days since their first day of attendance in 8.2023. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the renewal.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a current health assessment that had been completed within the last 24 months. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 was dated 1.20.23. The update to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 3.4.22 and 6.26.24. The update to the health assessment on file for Staff Person #8 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 10.15.22 and 2.19.25. The initial health assessment on file for Staff Person #7 was not completed within 12 months prior to starting. A current health assessment for Staff Person #7 was not completed until 114 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files for Children #6 and #7 lacked an initial health assessment and the child has exceeded 60 days since their first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025
Sep 30, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Staff Person #1 lacked an initial tuberculosis screening with a valid date showing it had been completed within 12 months prior to starting.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #2 lacked a PA Child Abuse Clearance prior to starting in a childcare taking position. A completed PA Child Abuse Clearance was not on file until 45 days after starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
Jul 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 5/8/24: At approximately 12:00 PM, Facility Persons #1, #2 and #3 were supervising a total of 22 preschoolers in the Multi-age room. When each asked to identify which children they were supervising, Facility Person #1 claimed 6 children, Facility Person #2 claimed 6 children, and Facility Person #3 claimed 9 children, for a total of 21 children. One child was not identified by any of the staff present in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“SECOND CITATION; CITED PREVIOUSLY ON 5/8/24: At approximately 12:00 PM, Facility Persons #1, #2 and #3 were supervising a total of 22 preschoolers in the Multi-age room. When each asked to identify which children they were supervising, Facility Person #1 claimed 6 children, Facility Person #2 claimed 6 children, and Facility Person #3 claimed 9 children, for a total of 21 children. One child was not identified by any of the staff present in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024
May 8, 2024Visit4 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 4/22/24 at approximately 5:30, Facility Person #1 and #2 were supervising two younger toddlers and three older toddlers in the Toddler B room when two parents exited the room with three of the children through Discovery Preschool A. The parent of child #1, an older toddler, passed these families in Discovery Preschool A and came into Toddler B to pick up child #1 at which time it was realized child #1 was not in the room. Child #1 was found in Discovery Preschool A, where it can be concluded they were for approximately 20 seconds, unsupervised by any staff, after following the families out of Toddler B before the door closed and unseen by their parent as they walked through the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**On 4/22/24 at approximately 5:30, Facility Person #1 and #2 were supervising two younger toddlers and three older toddlers in the Toddler B room when two parents exited the room with three of the children through Discovery Preschool A. The parent of child #1, an older toddler, passed these families in Discovery Preschool A and came into Toddler B to pick up child #1 at which time it was realized child #1 was not in the room. Child #1 was found in Discovery Preschool A, where it can be concluded they were for approximately 20 seconds, unsupervised by any staff, after following the families out of Toddler B before the door closed and unseen by their parent as they walked through the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/22/24 at approximately 5:30, Facility Person #1 and #2 were supervising two younger toddlers and three older toddlers in the Toddler B room when two parents exited the room with three of the children through Discovery Preschool A. The parent of child #1, an older toddler, passed these families in Discovery Preschool A and came into Toddler B to pick up child #1 at which time it was realized child #1 was not in the room. Child #1 was found in Discovery Preschool A, where it can be concluded they were for approximately 20 seconds, unsupervised by any staff, after following the families out of Toddler B before the door closed and unseen by their parent as they walked through the classroom.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 4/22/24 at approximately 5:30, Facility Person #1 and #2 were supervising two younger toddlers and three older toddlers in the Toddler B room when two parents exited the room with three of the children through Discovery Preschool A. The parent of child #1, an older toddler, passed these families in Discovery Preschool A and came into Toddler B to pick up child #1 at which time it was realized child #1 was not in the room. Child #1 was found in Discovery Preschool A, where it can be concluded they were for approximately 20 seconds, unsupervised by any staff, after following the families out of Toddler B before the door closed and unseen by their parent as they walked through the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
Apr 3, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 is lacking the phone number of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety training certificates on file for Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 are dated 12/8/22 and 2/15/24 which are more than annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The two most recent First aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 are dated 1/15/22 and 2/15/24 which are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 is lacking the enrolling parent's work address and phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 is lacking 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 29, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact form and the financial agreement on file for Child #4 are dated 8/3/23 and updated on 3/18/24 and Child #5 are dated 8/21/23 and updated on 4/2/24 which are both dated more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The most current health report on file for Child #2 lacked the date and signature by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 8/2/20 and 6/19/23 which are more than 24 months apart. The health assessment on file for Staff Person #7 is dated 11/14/23 which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The health assessment on file for Staff Person #8 is dated 3/30/24 which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The health assessment on file for Staff Person #9 contains a TB screening dated 6/30/21 which is more than 12 months before hired date (see LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #4 who has been enrolled for more that 60 days (see LIS code sheet for enrollment date) did not contain a health report. .”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“It was observed that a bottle of cleaning disinfectant solution was on the same shelf as the children's diapers in the bathroom of the 2's B classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There was a foam building block observed to have peeling edges in the 2's B classroom. In the Preschool and Pre-K classroom there were bins of magnetic tile blocks that were cracked and had exposed magnetics.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2024
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The agreement on file for Child #6 is lacking the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement on file for Child #1 is lacking the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #4 contained state police clearances dated 2/7/19 and 2/11/24 and DHS FBI clearances dated 2/9/19 and 2/17/24, the file for Staff Person #5 contained Child Abuse clearances dated 8/17/18 and 8/19/23, which are all more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff Person #7 contained a State Police clearance dated 12/23/23 and a DHS FBI clearance dated 11/17/23 which are both after hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #8 contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 12/7/23 which is after hire date (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 29, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The agreement on file for Child #3 and Child #7 is lacking the date of admission for the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2024
Aug 9, 2023Visit7 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system testing log contained dates of 3-3-23 to 4-4-23 which are more than 30 days apart. The most current date for tests was 6-2-23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff person #1 file contained pediatric first-aid/CPR training with the expiration date of 3/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality Revised and pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills were not conducted every 60 days with the last documented fire drill dated 6/2/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
Aug 9, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire detection system testing log contained dates of 3-3-23 to 4-4-23 which are more than 30 days apart. The most current date for tests was 6-2-23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff person #1 file contained pediatric first-aid/CPR training with the expiration date of 3/11/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality Revised and pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Fire drills were not conducted every 60 days with the last documented fire drill dated 6/2/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“The operator self-reported that on 8-7-23 between the time of 8:59am and 9:06am, preschool child #1 exited the classroom that they were assigned to and was observed alone outside in front of the facility by another parent without a staff person present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2023
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Apr 13, 2023Inspection18 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff file #8 contained health assessments dated 6/5/20 and 3/23/23 which exceeded the 24 months as required. Staff file #11 contained health assessments dated 2/14/23 which was not conducted prior to hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“The facility lacked written statements giving the formula and feeding schedule obtained from the parents for the enrolled infants at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The log the operator used to document emergency drills did not include the following required information in compliance with Announcement C-22-04 Updated Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning Regulations and Requirements for Child Care Facilities: Special accommodations the facility used for any category of children (Infants, Toddlers, Children with Special Needs) and problems encountered or observations during the drill (For use in updating the Emergency Plan).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2023
3270.20(e)/3270.182(7) Copies of reports in file at facility/Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“The facility lacked an accident incident file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 24, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff file #13 contained documentation of Pediatric First aid and Pediatric CPR training completed on 2/26/22 after the expiration of the PFA/PCPR training which was dated 9/26/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 completed the Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 training on 2/6/23 which was not completed within 90 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #4 completed the Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 training on 3/31/23 which was not completed within 90 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #10 completed the Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 training on 4/26/23 which was not completed within 90 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #11 completed the Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 training on 3/31/23 which was not completed within 90 days of hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff file #2 contains Mandated Reporter training certificates dated 4/24/16 and 1/14/22 which exceeded the 60 months as required by CPSL. Staff file #7 contains Mandated Reporter training certificates dated 2/16/15 and 6/10/20 which exceeded the 60 months as required by CPSL. Staff file #8 contains Mandated Reporter training certificates dated 2/16/15 and 6/17/20 which exceeded the 60 months as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #3, lacked a request for NSOR certificate prior to hire and contained a valid NSOR certificate dated 2/8/23. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #5, lacked a request for DHS FBI Clearance prior to hire, and contained a valid DHS FBI Clearance dated 1/25/23 and a valid NSOR certificate dated 3/17/23 which was received more than 45 days after hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #6, lacked a request for PA State Police Criminal Clearance prior to hire and contained a valid PA State Police Criminal Clearance dated 11/21/22. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #9, lacked the fingerprint receipt for request of DHS FBI Clearance prior to hire and contained a valid DHS FBI Clearance dated 12/30/22. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 8, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kits in the preschool 4 room and the PreK room both lacked sterile gauze pads in each kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“The outdoor play space surfacing in all of the play spaces had areas of deterioration that pose a tripping hazard and small pieces to the children in care while utilizing the outdoor play spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The preschool 4 bathroom lacked a handwashing sign at the toilet.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Child file #1 contained health assessments that were not conducted every 6 months as required for a young toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Staff file #7 contained documentation for 7 of the 12 hours required of annual childcare trainings completed between 12/19/21 and 12/19/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Child file #2 contained health assessments that were not conducted every 12 months as required for a preschool child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“A staff person was observed positioned in the center of two 4 month old infants who were laying on boppy pillows while they were being bottle fed simultaneously.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff file #11 lacked documentation of verification of education prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“Staff file #1 contained a health assessment with TB results dated 1/26/23 which was conducted after initial hire at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 on 3/11/23 which was after the required date for completion of 12/30/22 per Announcement C-22-04.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
Aug 29, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed an infant sleeping in a crib which lacked two feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff interviews it was determined, staff person #1 grabbed and held a child by the child's wrist.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on staff interviews it was determined, staff person #1 forcefully placed a child in a chair and proceeded to push the chair into the table, pinning the child between the chair and table.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
Aug 29, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed an infant sleeping in a crib which lacked two feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on staff interviews it was determined, staff person #1 grabbed and held a child by the child's wrist.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on staff interviews it was determined, staff person #1 forcefully placed a child in a chair and proceeded to push the chair into the table, pinning the child between the chair and table.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
Apr 4, 2022Inspection24 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 staff, staff person #7, staff person #8, and staff person #10 lacks five hours of child care training completed in the most recent service year.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of inspection, the facility lacked a proof of purchase for the hard wired, interconnected fire detection system currently installed and in use. During the following intervals: 1/6/22-2/11/22, 2/11/22-3/21/22, and 3/21/22-4/21/22, the testing of the fire detection system exceeded 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the following intervals:3/3/21-5/11/21, 5/11/21-7/27/11, and 9/2/21-12/3/21, fire drills were held more than 60 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #4 contains verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training completed more than 90 days after staff persons #1, #2, and staff person #4 began in a child care taking position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #5 contains two reference letters dated after staff person #5 began in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #6 contains one reference letter written after staff person #6 began in a child care taking position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The two most recent updates to the emergency contact information and agreement on file for child #1, child #3, child #5, and child #9 are dated in an interval greater than 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for staff person #5 contains the results of tuberculosis screening completed after staff person #5 began in a child care taking position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The two most recent health assessments on file for staff persons #7 and #8 are dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for staff person #9 is dated more than 24 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“Observed a soiled Pull-Up in an unlined trash can in the bathroom adjacent to the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #1 and child #4, lacks verification of a current Influenza vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2022
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“The file for child #3 and child #4 contains a health report that lacks 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: Jun 30, 2022
3270.131(d)(4)/3270.131(d)(7) Acute or chronic health problem/Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The current health report on file for child #3 lacks 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. and 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: Apr 27, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The updated health report on file for child #2 and child #3 is dated after 01/06/22, the date by which it was required to be updated.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for child #3, child #4, child #6, child #8, and child #9 contains emergency contact information which lacks the complete address of the parent-designated release person(s).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file for child #4 and child #7 contains emergency contact information which lacks the enrolling parent's complete work address and telephone number. The file for child #4 contains emergency contact information which lacks the home telephone number of the enrolling parent. The file for child #8 contains emergency contact information which lacks the complete home address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for child #8 contains emergency contact information which lacks the complete address of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the young toddler room is lacking a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2022
3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #1 lacks verification of college major or college credits to qualify as a group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 contains an expired disclosure statement, making it invalid. The file for staff person #5 lacks verification of application for an FBI clearance and an NSOR prior to beginning in a child care taking position. The file for staff person #6 lacks proof of application for a child abuse clearance and an NSOR dated prior to beginning in a child care taking position. A review of staff person #6's file revealed that staff person #6 has resided out of state in the previous 5 years. Staff person #6's file lacks current clearances from the state where staff person #6 previously resided. The file for staff person #9 contains an NSOR dated after 07/01/20, which is the date that veteran staff were required to have an NSOR on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for staff person #10 are dated in an interval greater than 5 years or 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2020
3270.31(f)/3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #10 contains verification of Health and Safety training completed after 06/17/21, which is the date veteran staff were required to have training completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent verification of completed fire safety training on file for staff person #8 are dated more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The two most recent verification of emergency plan training on file for staff person #8 are dated more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for staff person #2 lacks an evaluation completed for the previous service year. The most recently dated evaluation on file for staff person #8 is dated more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
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Questions about Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave
Is Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave licensed?
Yes. Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on April 16, 2026, with 24 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 77 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 76 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 Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave care for?
93, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 863-8090 to ask.
What is Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave's phone number?
(724) 863-8090.
Where is Kindercare Learning Center/Norwin Ave?
8895 Norwin Ave, Irwin, PA 15642. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School, 0.2 miles away.