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Little Rascals Early Learning Center

2055 Jefferson Ave, Washington, PA 153013.8· 10 reviews
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days

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About Little Rascals Early Learning Center

Little Rascals Early Learning Center is a child care center in Washington, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 150 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 41 rules across 9 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 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Rascals Early Learning Center

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
150 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00253061
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 41 rules in all · 41 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 15
  • Staff training and qualifications 6
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Transportation 1
  • Safe sleep 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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  1. Jul 9, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “Based on witness statements, on 7/02/26 in the school aged room, staff #1 used harsh and demeaning language while repeatedly shouting that child #1 was crying like a baby, acting like a big baby, and that child #1 should go get her baby doll.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm

      “Based on witness statements, on 7/02/26 in the school aged room, staff #1 singled child #1 out for ridicule while repeatedly shouting that child #1 was crying like a baby, acting like a big baby, and that child #1 should go get her baby doll.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026

  2. Jan 28, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “Two toilets in the restroom in the toddler hall lacked posted handwashing signs. In the Preschool restroom, a sink in the end stall, designated for staff, lacked a hand-washing sign.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

      “Torn areas which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on the back support pillow on an adult rocking chair in the infant room. A toy garage with a disconnected roof top which created a pinch point was observed in room 8. One cracked toy bin was observed in room 8. A split seam which exposed the inner foam padding was observed on a nap mat in use by a child in room 6. A cracked seat was observed on the ride-on Merry-Go-Round equipment in the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Small art pom-poms, with a diameter of less than 1 inch, were accessible to children in a plastic storage tower in Room 3. Older toddlers were present in the room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact information for children #1 and #2 did not include complete addresses for each individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #3 contained a disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. The file for staff #5 contained an invalid state police clearance which lacked the dissemination date. The clearance was requested 9/16/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “An unlabeled spray bottle containing cleaning materials was observed in room 8.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1, designated on the staff data sheet as the director, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The degree on file lacked the course of study and transcripts were in the file. The file for staff #4, designated as an aide, did not include documentation of the qualifications required for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The written evaluation for staff #2 dated 12/01/25 was not conducted by the director.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Damaged plaster and plaster debris was accessible to children along the baseboard under the windows in Room 7.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.61(c)/3270.61(h)(2) 40 square feet wall-to-wall/Measurement and use of indoor child care space

      “At approximately 11:00AM, Room 2 was observed to be over capacity. A mix of 20 preschool and school age children were present but not participating in a program activity. Room 2 has a measured capacity of 14.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The following cleaning materials were accessible to children; 2 containers of disinfecting spray, 4 packages of disinfecting wipes and 1 container of odor eliminator in an unlocked grey cabinet in room 7. Floor cleaner and deodorizer in an unlocked sink cabinet in room 8.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 28, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A sink in the rear stall of the PS restroom was not fully secured to the wall. Multiple protruding trim nails were observed on the cubbies in room 8. The wooden end caps of the separating walls of the cubbies were no longer in place leaving the nail heads exposed. In the preschool restroom, crumbling rust debris was observed on the bottom of the stall walls between 3 stalls.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026

  3. Aug 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact form of child #1 did not consent from the child's parent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain signed consent from the child's parent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025

    • Transportation

      3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

      “The emergency contact form of child #1, who is picked up at their school bus stop, did not contain signed consent from the child's parent for transportation and walking excursions by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025

  4. Jun 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)/3270.182(8) Signed /Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

      “The files for children #1 and #2 lacked agreements.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025

  5. Jan 29, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “The following medication containers were not labeled for a specific child; Diazepam and Tylenol in room 4 and ibuprofen in room 5.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the complete work address and phone number for the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The emergency contact form for child #2 did not include the complete address of the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “In room 1, child #3 was observed napping on a cot labeled for child #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A loose hinge creating a pinch point was observed on the play stove in room 3. A broken plastic bin containing "Critter Blocks" was observed in room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “Standing discolored water was observed in the sink in room 4. The sink was clogged at the time of the observation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “The handle on one restroom door stall was unattached leaving a protruding screw exposed. The restroom is located in the hall to the left of the entrance.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “A Swiffer power mop, with the cleaning solution bottle attached, was accessible to children in the older toddler restroom. The mop was observed leaning against the wall in the corner. Children were observed entering and exiting the restroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility

      “The file for staff #1 contained documentation of consecutive fire safety trainings completed more than 12 months apart; 8/28/23 and 10/14/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility

      “Staff #2 did not renew mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previous training certificate being dated 2/07/19 and the most recent training certificate being dated 3/24/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2025

  6. Sep 3, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

      “A portion of torn foam was observed on the floor supports of an infant rocker.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A broken electrical outlet wall plate with sharp edges was observed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2024

  7. Aug 13, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Young toddlers were observed playing on the gravel area of the outdoor play area, leaving pieces of gravel and stone that are less than 1" accessible to those young toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.134(g) Paper cups or water fountain

      “While being interviewed numerous staff members told Certification Representative that the water they use when outside for the children is in a sports squirt like bottle. When a child says they are thirsty, they have a child open their mouth and they squirt water into the child's mouth.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

      “Self contained Generators with spotlights were accessible to the children during the complaint investigation due to mesh fence being down.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

  8. Aug 13, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Young toddlers were observed playing on the gravel area of the outdoor play area, leaving pieces of gravel and stone that are less than 1" accessible to those young toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.134(g) Paper cups or water fountain

      “While being interviewed numerous staff members told Certification Representative that the water they use when outside for the children is in a sports squirt like bottle. When a child says they are thirsty, they have a child open their mouth and they squirt water into the child's mouth.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space

      “Self contained Generators with spotlights were accessible to the children during the complaint investigation due to mesh fence being down.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

  9. Jan 24, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “A mirror mounted on the wall of the OT room was not securely attached to the frame creating a pinch point. An empty wall-mounted bracket, intended to hold a fire extinguisher, was observed in room 2. The fire extinguisher was not in place leaving the two prongs of the bracket protruding at head level of the children observed in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

      “Rest mats with split seams resulting in exposed foam were observed. One mat was observed in the infant room, three were observed in the older toddler room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Areas of damage were observed on the following pieces of equipment; broken areas on the steps of a plastic outdoor climbing toy, broken plastic on the corners of two storage tubs in the outdoor space, a broken seat on a children's pedal operated merry-go-round, and a broken magnetic closure on the play kitchen in room 2. A wooden table with a loose leg which created a pinch point was observed in the YT room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “Consecutive annual test reports for the facility's fire alarm system were dated more than 12 months apart. The reports were dated 12/10/22 and 1/04/24. A current test report is now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Two 5 gallon buckets containing water were observed in child care space. Both buckets were approximately half full and were observed in room 7 (preschool age) and outside room 1 (young toddlers) within the route the children would use when leaving their room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The letter for parents explaining the emergency procedures did not include details regarding the accommodations made for infants and toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for staff #2, designated as an AGS on the staff data sheet, did not contain documentation of verified experience with children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The files for staff #1 and #3 contained consecutive evaluations dated more than 12 months apart. Current evaluations are now on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024

  10. Mar 7, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.51 Similar Age Level

      “At 10:45 am, staff #1 was observed caring for 11 preschool age children alone in room 7.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023

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  1. Jan 19, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a)/3270.103 Clean and good repair/Small Toys and Objects

      “Tears which exposed the inner foam filling were observed on 2 nap mats in room 1 and on 1 nap mat in the hall outside room 7.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The facility's emergency plan did not include details regarding continuity of operations as required in Announcement C-22-04.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “The emergency contact information for child #5 was not present in the room where the child was observed in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “Three bottles in the infant room were not labeled with the child's name.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The files for children #2 and #3 contained emergency contact information which did not include the address of one of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for staff #1 contained an expired child abuse clearance dated 1/17/18. Proof of applying for the clearance on 1/17/23 was on file, however the completed clearance was not.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Protruding nails were observed on the wooden cubbies in room 8 and room 2 and on the floor near the cubbies in room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “The following broken equipment was observed; a plastic orange construction cone in room 7, plastic hub caps of a pink scooter in the blacktop area outside, corners of the lid and tub of two sand/water tables outside. The broken areas created sharp edges and pinch points. A loose table leg, which created a pinch point, was observed on a wooden table in the dramatic play area in room 3.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “Room 7 and room 8 lacked posted written schedules of daily activities.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The file for child #1 contained an immunization record which stated the parent refused the influenza vaccine, however a written exemption was not on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The files for children #3 and #4 contained emergency contact forms and agreements which were not updated at least once within a 6 month period. The documents for child #3 were updated on 4/12/21 and again on 12/14/22. The documents for child #4 were updated on 5/16/22 and again on 12/28/22. The documents on file for both children are now current.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023

  2. Mar 1, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “According to staff statements, a staff #1, attempt to redirect preschool aged child #1, by grabbing his face to force him to look at her and by telling him to "knock it off" referring to his behavior at that time.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2022

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(d) No harsh language

      “According to staff statements, a staff #1, attempt to redirect preschool aged child #1, by grabbing his face to force him to look at her and by telling him to "knock it off" referring to his behavior at that time.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2022

  3. Jan 11, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “The files for child #1,2,3,4 and 5 lacked the address and phone number of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The file for child #1 lacked the address and phone number of the release person on the emergency contact form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “The closet at the back of the pre-k room contained toxic items that were accessible to children. The closet door was not closed. The lock/latch on the door was unable to hold the door closed. The following toxic items were observed in the closet: Goo Gone cleaner, Sunscreen and staff medication.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “There was a cracked plastic laundry bin in the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “In the pre-k counts room the first aid kit lacked , tweezers, gloves and bandages.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “There was a broken ceilling tile in the corner of the infant room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “There was a broken bin in the pre-k room, a broken bin in the play kitchen sink in the preschool room, two broken baskets and a baby accessory toy in the school age room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times

      “The file for child #6 lacked the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement form.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022

  4. Aug 13, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.113(b) No physical punishment

      “According to staff statements, Staff #1 hit child #1 in the mouth after he spit on her arm.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2021

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Little Rascals Early Learning Center licensed?

Yes. Little Rascals Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Little Rascals Early Learning Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Rascals Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 41 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 41 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 Rascals Early Learning Center care for?

150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Little Rascals Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Little Rascals Early Learning Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Rascals Early Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 206-9164 to ask.

What is Little Rascals Early Learning Center's phone number?

(724) 206-9164.

Where is Little Rascals Early Learning Center?

2055 Jefferson Ave, Washington, PA 15301. The nearest other daycare we list is Once Upon A Time, 0.8 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).