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Little Jewels Academy
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About Little Jewels Academy
Little Jewels Academy is a group home daycare in Orbisonia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 39 rules across 4 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
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
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Hours
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Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Jewels Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00254964
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 2, 2026: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 39 rules in all · 15 corrected
- Records and paperwork 11
- Safety and hazards 10
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Background checks 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 2, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
3280.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“The health report for Child #4 did not include 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.”
3280.121(b) Given parents in writing
“Parents did not receive in writing the facility's policy regarding supervision during the transfer of care between the group child care home and a child care facility.”
3280.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
3280.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a cracked bin containing LEGOS with a rough edge.”
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Observed a Dab O Ink bingo dauber which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the middle bottom cabinet to the left of the bathroom which was accessible to children. Observed Bath and Body Works hand sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" attached to a child's backpack in a cubby which was accessible to children.”
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 2/13/25, 3/12/25, 4/10/25, 5/8/25, 10/22/25, 11/22/25, 12/16/25, 1/15/26, and 2/11/26. The facility is closed June through August.”
3280.32(a)/3280.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #1 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 3/1/26 with previous training completed on 2/23/21.”
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The files of Children #3 and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent.”
3280.92(a) Portable space heaters
“The facility lacked documentation that portable space heaters are allowed by local ordinance to be used while children are in care.”
3280.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The agreement for Child #1 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's agreement was signed on 4/5/25 and reviewed on 2/19/26. The agreement for Child #2 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's agreement was signed on 4/5/25 with no review. The agreement for Child #3 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-montH period. Child #3's agreement was signed on 4/5/25 and reviewed on 2/5/26.”
May 20, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. Observed a storm drain in the outdoor play space which was not covered. Observed splintering wood/rotted wood on the porch located in the outdoor play space. Observed approximately a 12-inch-wide board which was not secured covering the opening between the beginning of the concrete steps and Bilco door in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2025
3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The files of Children #1, #2, and #3 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2025
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: May 28, 2025
3280.26(f) Emergency plan
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of subsequent emergency plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2025
3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The facility did not have documentation of conducting emergency drills annually. The facility had no documentation that emergency drills were conducted.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2025
3280.131(d)(4) Acute or chronic health problem
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The health report for Child #3 did not 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: May 23, 2025
3280.131(d)(1) Child's health history
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/18/25. The health report for Child #2 did not include a review of the child's health history.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2025
Mar 18, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3280.131(d)(1) Child's health history
“The health report for Child #2 did not include a review of the child's health history.”
3280.131(d)(4) Acute or chronic health problem
“The health report for Child #3 did not 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.”
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(1) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The health report for Child #1 did not include a review of the child's immunized status according to the recommendations of the ACIP. The file of Child #1 contained a standardized form titled "Pennsylvania Code §23.84 Exemption from Immunization" instead of an exemption letter from the parent.”
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.”
3280.26(f) Emergency plan
“The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of subsequent emergency plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
3280.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The primary staff person or designated staff person did not document the hypothetical location on the fire drill log.”
3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility did not have documentation of conducting emergency drills annually. The facility had no documentation that emergency drills were conducted.”
3280.20 General Health and Safety
“Observed a pair of adult scissors in the 2nd bin of the teal blue cart which were accessible to children. Observed 2 pair of adult scissors hanging on a hook between the cabinets and bathroom which were accessible to children.”
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.”
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #1 lacked a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and DHS FBI Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #1 contained a State Police Clearance dated 2/8/25 with a previous one dated 2/7/20. The file of Staff #1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 3/5/25 with a previous one dated 3/1/20. The file of Staff #1 contained a DHS FBI clearance dated 2/27/25 with a previous one dated 2/22/20. The file of Staff #2 lacked a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, DHS FBI Clearance, and a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #2 contained a State Police Clearance dated 3/6/25 with a previous one dated 2/20/20. The file of Staff #2 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 3/3/20. The file of Staff #2 contained a DHS FBI Clearance dated 3/16/23 with a previous one dated 5/18/17. The file of Staff #2 contained a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate dated 3/5/20.”
3280.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The telephone number of the police department and poison control were not posted by each telephone in the facility.”
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a storm drain in the outdoor play space which was not covered. Observed splintering wood/rotted wood on the porch located in the outdoor play space. Observed approximately a 12-inch-wide board which was not secured covering the opening between the beginning of the concrete steps and Bilco door in the outdoor play space.”
3280.123(b)/3280.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The file of Children #1, #2, and #3 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original to the parent.”
Mar 4, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3280.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The health report on file for Child #1 was observed to not contain a date or a signature of a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“Toilet bolt covers were observed to be missing.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3280.75(c) Has all items
“Tweezers and soap were observed to be missing for the facility's first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility was observed not to have documentation of recognition of potential signs/symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma; strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child; the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The facility was also observed not to have documentation of continuity of operations in the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for Staff Person #1 and staff person #2 were observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for child #1 did not contain a valid initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
3280.133(4) Locked
“The facility's first-aid kit was observed to contain Tylenol and Neosporin.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2024
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #1 was observed not to include health insurance coverage policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2024
Mar 14, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training
“The file for staff person #1 and #2 were observed to be greater than 24 months and not renewed on or before the expiration of the most current pediatric first aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training expiration date of 6/22/20 to 2/26/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“The facility's fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing being documented 10/26/22 to 11/30/22 and 1/10/23 to 2/13/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2023
3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The health report on file for Child # 1, #2, #3 and #4 were observed to not contain documentation of an influenza vaccine being administered within the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. The health report on file for Child #2 did not contain documentation of updated Hepatitis B vaccine being administered according to recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2023
Mar 2, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3280.131(a) Health Information
“The file for Child #2 was observed not to have a Health Report.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“It was observed that the facility did not provide the parent of each child in the facility with information on how to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2022
3280.123(a) Signed
“The Agreement on file for Child #1 was observed not to contain parent/guardian signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3280.26(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan was observed not to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3280.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The Health Report on file for Child #1, #2, #3, #4 and child #5 did not contain documentation of an influenza immunization being administered within the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2022
3280.31(e) Age and training
“The file for Staff person's #1 and #2 were observed not to have documentation of 12 clock hours of training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2022
3280.75(c) Has all items
“The facility's first aide kit was observed not to contain gauze pads.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little Jewels Academy
Is Little Jewels Academy licensed?
Yes. Little Jewels Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Jewels Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 2, 2026, with 11 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Jewels Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 39 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Little Jewels Academy care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little Jewels Academy accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Little Jewels Academy's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (814) 599-7343 to confirm.
How much does Little Jewels Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 599-7343 to ask.
What is Little Jewels Academy's phone number?
(814) 599-7343.
Where is Little Jewels Academy?
Orbisonia, PA 17243. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.