Helping Hands Child Care
7900 Steubenville Pike Suite 14, Imperial, PA
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Little Peeps Creative Play and Learn is a child care center in Imperial, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 51 children, serving school-age children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 50 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 51 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 50 rules in all · 50 corrected
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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3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of inspection, Child #3 was receiving care in the Infant room without their emergency contact information being in the space where they were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent PA State Police clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/16/21 and 4/7/26, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/24/21 and 4/14/26, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent FBI Fingerprint clearances on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/18/21 and 4/14/26, more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 1/19/21 and 4/13/26, more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 lacked the work address and work phone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the name, address, and phone number for the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the toddler area of the Main room, a loose outlet plate was observed under the large window, and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for Child #4 contained two health report forms dated 1/24/25 and 8/8/25, more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked information regarding if the child has special needs, as specified by the parent or child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.34(b)(1) Bachelor's + 1 yr
“The file for Staff #2, classified as the director, contained documentation of a Bachelor's Degree in a human services field, but lacked documentation of 1 year of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The most recent annual traffic letter on file at the facility is dated 6/16/25, more than 12 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the child's health insurance name and health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility's most recent emergency drill log on file is dated 3/20/24, more than 12 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The two most recent First Aid/CPR certificates on file for Staff #3 are dated 4/3/22 and 6/30/24, exceeding its expiration date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of inspection, the facility's emergency plan lacked information regarding continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“At the time of inspection, the facility's emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The file for Staff #1 and Staff #6 lacked a childcare verification form verifying 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility's fire detection log includes test dates 1/3/25-2/4/25, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At the time of inspection, a power strip lacking outlet covers was observed behind a bookshelf, but accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Main Child Care Space, peeling paint was observed on the back side wall under the window. In the Infant Room, broken drywall was observed to the right of the bathroom door. In the smaller children's bathroom, peeling/flaking paint was observed on the corner area of the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement form for Child #1 lacked the names of the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 16, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child 4 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“The initial health assessment on file for Child #2 lacked a dated signature by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #4 are dated 1/26/23 and 6/23/25, more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #5 lacked the PA Child Abuse History clearance, required by Announcement C-25-01. The file for Staff #5 lacked a disclosure statement. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent NSOR clearances on file for Staff #2 are dated 11/19/19 and 6/20/25, more than 60 months apart. The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #3 are dated 2/26/20 and 6/12/25, more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 20, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff #4 is not dated making it invalid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent agreement form on file for Child #1 is dated 6/25/24, more than 6 months prior. The most recent agreement form on file for Child #2 is dated 12/8/24, more than 6 months prior. The most recent agreement form on file for Child #3 is dated 7/2/24, more than 6 months prior. The most recent agreement form on file for Child #4 is dated 11/27/24, more than 6 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan
“At the time of inspection, the facility's emergency plan lacked information regarding evacuation procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 4/4/25-5/5/25 which is more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 2/26/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The last two Mandated Reporter trainings on file for Staff Person #1 were dated more than 60 months apart. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The initial health report for Child #1 was dated 60 days after the start date. The file for Child #4, enrolled more than 60 days, lacked an initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility lacked documentation of completing an emergency drill.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 24, 2024
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked a signature for parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained an initial health assessment that was dated after the date of hire. The two most recent health assessments for Staff Person #4 were dated more than 2 years apart (4/5/21-6/8/24). (See LIS Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #2, a preschool aged child, contained a health report dated 4/6/23, exceeding the 12-month update. (See LIS Code Sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #1 and Child #2 contained an emergency contact form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. The file for Child #1 and Child #2 contained a fee agreement form that was not updated within 6 months of the previous update. (See LIS Code Sheet) (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked a complete address for the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked health insurance coverage and health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The current emergency contact form for Child #4 does not indicate if the child has any special/medical needs, which is needed in an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked written parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The fee agreement form for Child #4 lacked arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the Main Space, small plastic french fries were observed to be less than 1 inch in diameter and accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeling paint and damaged plaster was observed in the Main Space on the back wall to the left of the infant room door.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.66(b) Original container
“In the Main Space, a spray bottle containing a bleach water solution was unlabeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff Person #2 lacked documentation of 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.34(c) Employed and present 30 hrs/wk
“The facility lacks a qualified director.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv) Bachelor's + 1 yr/Transcript, diploma and letters
“The record of the required education on file for Staff Person #3 to be classified as a director was an international diploma-not translated by an approved evaluator with no equivalency on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The most recent First Aid/CPR training on file for Staff Person #4 was renewed after the expiration date of the previous training (4/3/22-6/30/24).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work address. The emergency contact form for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff #2, #3 and #5 have not received training regarding the emergency plan in more than a year.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not complete fire safety training at least annually between 4/3/2022 and 6/30/2023,”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #4 contained an initial health report dated more than 60 days following the child's first day of attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan/Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 contained a financial agreement that has not been reviewed by a parent in more than 6-months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The operator did not post the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Written statements giving the formula and feeding schedules for infants in care were not obtained from the children's parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff #3 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.133(4) Locked
“A bottle of Theraflu was observed in a staff person's locker that was unlocked and accessible to children in care in the main room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #3, a preschool child, contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact information for the following children had not been reviewed at least once in a 6-month period: child #1 (6/22/2022 to 7/5/2023); child #2 (6/22/2022 to 7/5/2023); and child #4 (10/7/2022 to 7/3/2023). The emergency contact information for child #3 had not been reviewed by a parent since 6/10/2022. The emergency contact information for child #5 had not been reviewed by a parent since 11/19/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.123(a) Signed
“The agreement for child #5 was signed by the operator and parent on 12/8/2022, following the child's first day of attendance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the main room, there were empty plastic bags, styrofoam trays and egg cartons observed in unlocked lockers, and there was a bag of googly eyes, a container of glitter, and a bag of unused latex balloons observed in an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.102(g) Hazardous toys and equipment
“A Boppy lounger described as hazardous by the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission was observed in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was damaged plaster observed on the wall by the sink in the bathroom located off the main room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A piece of the wooden gate to the outdoor play space was broken off, which created a sharp edge and exposed a protruding nail, posing a hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the infant room and the main room lacked gauze pads.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“A can of shaving cream labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed in a locker in the main room and based on staff statements, it was used for arts and crafts.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“The following cleaning materials and other toxic materials labeled keep out of the reach of children were observed in areas accessible to children in care in the main room: sunscreen, Lysol disinfectant wipes and fragrance in unlocked lockers; whiteout in an unlocked drawer in the kitchen area; and body wash and baby oil in a cubicle of a storage unit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The director did not complete a minimum of one written evaluation for staff #2, #3, and #5 in more than 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff #4 included a current child abuse clearance dated 7/10/2023, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 6/30/2018.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2023
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The operator provided the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures and subsequent updates to the plan that did not include the following: lockdown; accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions; and continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #3 and #4 renewed their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on 7/9/2023, following the expiration of their previous certification on 4/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations, as per Announcement C-22-04. The facility did not have a policy and procedure to address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 18, 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
“Copies of reports of injury, death or fire were not retained in an accident file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff #1 completed professional development as listed in subsections (f)1-10 on 6/30/2023, more than 90 days following their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“in the main room, there were (4) lockers, (2) shelving units and (2) cube storage units that were more than 5' high and not secured in a way that would prevent them from tipping and being a potential hazard to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 14, 2023
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The record for child #3 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2023
3270.183(a) Locked cabinet
“Children's records were stored in a desk in the director's office, which were both unlocked.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.193(a) Confidential; stored in locked cabinet
“Facility persons' records were stored in an expanding file in the director's office, which were both unlocked.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Four pairs of sharp adult scissors and a sharp cutting knife was observed in a cup on the counter in the kitchen area accessible and posing a potential threat to the health and safety of children in care. There were potential tipping hazards observed in areas accessible to children in the main room: two children's chairs were stacked on top of a chest which was stacked on top of another chest on the floor; and a toaster oven was stacked on top of a microwave oven which was stacked on top of another microwave oven on the counter in the kitchen area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff person #1 and #2 did not participate, at least annually, in fire safety training between 4/11/2021 and 7/18/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff #3 included a current NSOR verification certificate dated 4/5/2022, following their first day working in child care, and their record did not include the request for the NSOR verification certificate required to work on a 45-day provisional basis.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #1 contained an initial health report that was dated more than 60 days following their first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Protective receptacle covers were not placed in (3) electrical outlets on a power strip in the director's office, which was unlocked, making it accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“A first-aid kit was observed hanging on a hook on the wall by the entrance door to the facility in the main room accessible to children in care”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A bottle of white out labeled keep out of the reach of children was observed in the desk in the director's office, which were both unlocked, making it accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“An operating thermometer was not placed in the refrigerator.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 8, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“An emergency drill was not conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff person #2 did not receive training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis; their last training was received on 9/25/2020.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.71 Heat Source
“An electric coffee pot containing freshly brewed coffee, which is a source of heat exceeding 110°, was observed in use on the counter in the kitchen area accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills and continuity of operations was not included in the child care facility's emergency plan in compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #2, an older toddler, contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following their previous the date of their previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Little Peeps Creative Play and Learn is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 11 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 50 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 50 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.
51, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (724) 695-3585 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 695-3585 to ask.
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390 Route 30 # A, Imperial, PA 15126. The nearest other daycare we list is Bubbles Bears to Books, 0.6 miles away.