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2027 Forest Hills Dr, Elton, PA
Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 43
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool
Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool is a child care center in Windber, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 43 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 43 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 43 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 43 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248859
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 10, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 33 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Safety and hazards 7
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Background checks 4
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Mar 10, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed child #1, an infant sleeping in a pack and play with a pacifier that had clip and rope attached to it. Also observed child #1, an infant sleeping with 3 heavy medium, thick blankets on top of them to create a weighted blanket per the staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 12:30 p.m., CR observed insufficient lighting to allow staff to effectively supervise the children in the toddler area during naptime.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 lacked all PA clearances, along with out of state clearances from Ohio. The file of staff #1 also lacked a Disclosure statement with a witness signature and date. In addition, staff #1 was observed in ratio, caring for children”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed in the toddler space, 3 rest mats in use that were less than 2 feet apart on 3 sides of the mat while in use during naptime. Observe in the preschool space 1 rest mat in use during naptime with less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the mat.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 26, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file of staff #1 lacked an initial health assessment and results of the TB test. Staff #1 was observed in ratio providing care to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2026
Nov 14, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file of staff #5 had documentation of renewing CPR late due to the fact they were dated: 2-16-20 and 10-23-25. The file of staff #6 had documentation of renewing CPR late due to the fact they were dated: 5-6-23 and 6-21-25”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 had documentation of a late NSOR at the time of initial hire due to the fact it was dated 6-2-23 (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #2 lacked a child abuse clearance due to the fact the only document on file was the receipt. The file of staff #3 had late child abuse and NSOR clearances at the time of initial hire due to the fact they were dated 6-18-25 and 6-11-25 (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #4 had a late clearances at the time of initial hire due to the fact they were dated 6-9-25 PSP; and 6-23-25 CA; and a missing FBI clearance due to the fact only the receipt was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the full work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
Nov 18, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on documentation of testing the smoke detection system, testing occurred once a month rather than every 30 days for the months that have 31 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was no documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“Observed prescription medication for child #1 accessible to children in care due to the fact it was stored in the child's bookbag sitting on a shelf low enough for children in care to access.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of reviewing the file, the file of staff #4 lacked proof of an updated Child Abuse clearance; the one in the file was dated 11-5-19. The file of staff #4 also lacked an updated Disclosure Statement. The file of staff #2 had a late initial PA Child Abuse clearance and signed Disclosure statement due to the fact they were dated: 8-26-24 and 8-27-24 (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #1 had PA State Police clearances more than 60m months apart due to the fact they were dated: 7-11-24 and 7-8-19.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with information on the child's special needs or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed prescription medication for child #1 with an expiration date of 3-2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file of staff #3 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 3-29-23 and 3-1-21.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
Nov 13, 2023Inspection14 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Observed the facility did not have documentation of completing an emergency drill within the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Observed child file #1 contained an updated health assessment (9/13/23) which was dated more than 6 months after the previous valid health assessment (1/13/23).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment (9/9/22) which was dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment (6/24/20).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.34(b)(1) Bachelor's + 1 yr
“Observed staff file #5 did not contain documentation of 1 year of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed one time in the previous 12 months the fire alarm testing was conducted more than 30 days apart (6/1/23-7/5/23).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed child files #2 and #3 did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a spot of damaged drywall in the bathroom next to the small room. Observed damaged and exposed wires in the outdoor play area which were a tripping hazard. Observed an exposed bolt on the gate leading to the outdoor play area. Observed a cracked window with a rough edge in the small room. Observed the toddler and the preschool fans needed to be cleaned.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet in the small room which did not have a protective receptacle cover. Observed and outlet on the counter in the preschool area which did not have a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #2 contained a criminal background check which was not complete and was stating the request was under review. Staff #2 has been in a child care position for more than 45 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed a spot of peeling paint by the door in the small room bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 7, 2023
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed the infant first-aid kit did not contain sterile gauze.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed staff file #5 contained documentation of the updated health and safety training which was completed after the required date to complete the training (12/30/22). Observed staff files #1, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not have documentation of completing the required health and safety training update which was to be completed by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed in the infant room the pack n plays had loose sheets creating and increased risk for SIDS for the infants.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2023
Nov 2, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“Observed the operator did not have documentation of submitting the updated emergency plan to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2022
3270.105 High Chairs
“Observed 2 high chairs in the back room which were missing the T-shaped safety strap.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed a small object less than 1 inch in diameter in the ball pit in the infant room. Observed multiple small particles less than 1 inch in diameter on the floor by the big chair in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a broken plastic cone in the outdoor play area. Observed exposed foam on a soft chair in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed the toddlers did not have steps to reach the sink used to wash hands and were being lifted by staff to get their hands washed.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed cabinet doors in the toddler bathroom and the preschool area which did not completely shut creating pinch points. Observed an exposed carpet seam and a door hinge which was loose and not working properly in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2022
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Observed a can of shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, in the arts and crafts cabinet in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“Observed the facility did not have a copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2022
3270.166(2) New foods - parent's consent
“Observed the facility did not have a written feeding plan which listed the packaged baby foods the infant was allowed to be fed.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed child file #1 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Observed the thermometer in the back room refrigerator was at 50 degrees at the time it was checked.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed staff file #1 contained two written, nonfamily references which were dated after the staff began working in a child care position. Observed staff file #2 contained one written, nonfamily reference from an individual attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Observed child file #1, an infant, did not contain an updated immunization record of vaccinations received for the period of time when the infant was between 4 and 8 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
Jun 6, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: 3270.31.f.1-10.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #1 did not contain a CPSL required signed disclosure statement. Observed staff file #1, did not contain a valid child abuse clearance which is required when a staff starts in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2022
Nov 1, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for Staff #4, date of hire 4/21/21, lacked documentation of health and safety training numbers 1-9, as listed in the regulation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file for Staff #2 lacked competence in the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before the requirement of compliance on 6/17/21. The file for Staff #4 lacked documentation of current certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“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: Nov 16, 2021
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for Staff #3 and Staff #5, contained one written, nonfamily reference and one written, family reference from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person. The file for Staff #6, lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #2 contained FBI Clearances that were not completed within 60 months of the previous clearance; 12/2/14 and 12/18/19. The file for Staff #3 contained State Police Clearances that were not completed within 60 months of the previous clearance; 3/30/16 and 4/19/21. Although the file for Staff #6 contained complete clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the provisional time period of 45 days had expired prior to the National Sex Offender Certificate and Child Abuse Clearance being in their file. Staff #6 was allowed to continue to work with children during this time period.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for Staff #2 and Staff #3 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment. Staff #2 Health Assessments dated, 1/10/18 and 1/21/20. Staff #3 Health Assessments dated, 3/29/18 and 6/24/20. The file for Staff #7 lacked a Health Assessment at time of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In the Back Room, there was a Little Remedies Gas Relief Drops that did not identify the name of the child for whom the medication was intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.72(b) Screened
“In the Main Room there was a window open that did not have a screen.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #1, Staff #2, and Staff #3 contained mandated reporter training that was not completed within 60 months of the previous training. Staff #1 dates of training,22/4/15 and 2/16/20. Staff #2 dates of training, 2/4/15 and 10/21/20. Staff #3 dates of training, 3/28/16 and 4/10/21. The file for Staff #4 lacked timely Mandated Reporter Training as required under the CPSL. The staff file contained Mandated Reporter training after the required with 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In the Back Room on the floor was a Hawaiian Breeze Glade Air freshener that was accessible to the children in care. In the Kitchen underneath the sink there was Clorox Bleach, Toilet Bowl Cleaner, and Miracle Rust Preventative Spray Enamel all labeled Keep Out Of Reach Of Children. The cabinet was left unlocked and the gate to the kitchen was not closed giving the children in care access.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.66(b) Original container
“In the School Age Room there was an unlabeled bottle. Staff stated that the liquid in the bottle was toy disinfectant.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Main Room, the gate was left open giving the children access to the kitchen area where there were sharp knives located in a drawer accessible to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool
Is Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool licensed?
Yes. Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 10, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 33 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool care for?
43, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 509-6194 to ask.
What is Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool's phone number?
(814) 509-6194.
Where is Little Ramblers Day Care & Preschool?
3616 Graham Ave, Windber, PA 15963. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Lamp B/A School Program at Windber, 0.4 miles away.