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Martin Luther King Child Care Center
- licensed capacity
- 75
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Martin Luther King Child Care Center
Martin Luther King Child Care Center is a child care center in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 75 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 73 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 75 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Youth Dept: Speaker Series, Black History Celebration, Field Trips, Reading Program |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | CCIS |
| Transportation | Transportation (children transported to school) |
| More | Founded 1970 |
| Licensed capacity | 75 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Martin Luther King Child Care Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 75 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245112
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 73 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 22
- Staff training and qualifications 22
- Safety and hazards 9
- Records and paperwork 7
- Background checks 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Transportation 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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Jul 7, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for child #1 lacked an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.”
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kits in the Piranhas and Starfish classrooms were missing tweezers.”
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #3 lacked a child health report that was completed 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility 7/3/25. The child health report in the file is dated 9/11/25.”
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for child #4 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 2/11/25 and 4/2826.”
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The files for children #1 and #2 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“In the Starfish classroom 4 torn mats were observed.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file were dated 5/24/23 and 7/22/25.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3 who was hired at the facility as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed in the past 60 months. The child abuse clearance in the file is dated 2/16/20.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #1 lacked a valid mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training was not in an approved curriculum and was only 2 hours. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 1/20/21 and 2/7/23. The file for staff person #3 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed in the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 9/15/20.”
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In the Piranhas classroom a handwashing sign was not posted about the toilet in the child's restroom.”
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“In the infant classroom a hands-free covered can was not located next to the changing area.”
Jun 15, 2026Visit3 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“3rd Citation: 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: Mandated Reporter Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“3rd Citation: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
Apr 30, 2026Visit2 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“2nd Citation: 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: Mandated Reporter Training and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2.”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“2nd Citation: Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training.”
Jan 30, 2026Inspection6 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: Mandated Reporter Training and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2.”
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems
“The file for staff person #1 lacked an adult health assessment that included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. The adult health assessment did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector check. There were 31 days between 8/5/25 and 9/5/25, 34 days between 10/2/25 and 11/5/25, 34 days between 12/3/25 and 1/6/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the Baby Sharks classroom on the wall by the storage closets an outlet was missing a protective receptacle covers accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training.”
3270.94(a)(9) Written record
“The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed the names of the facility persons who participated in the fire drill were not on the log.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2026
Jul 8, 2025Inspection20 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“In the Baby Sharks classroom a bottle of Infants Tylenol expired 9/2024.”
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for child #3 lacked a child health report that was completed no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet). The child health report in the file was dated 2/11/25.”
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for child #1 who is a young toddler lacked a child health report that was completed 6 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file were dated 6/21/24 and 1/22/25.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed in the last year. There was no firesafety training in the file.”
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in the Baby Sharks classroom, the Infant classroom, or in the Gym.”
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission.”
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 lacked a complete child service report.”
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“In the Piranhas classroom, Baby Sharks classroom and the Gym it was observed that the written plan of daily activities was not posted.”
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Piranhas classroom two ice cube toy blocks were observed to have broken corners causing rough edges.”
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the gym damaged plaster was observed above the pantry door. In the infant room damaged plaster was observed on the wall next to the rest room.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“In the gym a hole was observed above the pantry door causing a visible hazard. In the Baby Sharks classroom five ceiling tiles were observed to be damaged causing a visible hazard. In the infant classroom one ceiling tile in the classroom and 3 ceiling tiles in the restroom were observed to be damaged causing a visible hazard.”
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit in the Pirahna classroom was missing scissors. The first-aid kit in the Starfish classroom was missing tape.”
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the Baby Sharks classroom on the wall with the windows two protective receptacle covers were missing in outlets that were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. In the Reading room on the wall shared with the Preschool classroom one protective receptacle cover was missing in an outlet that was accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for staff person #4 did not include a written evaluation.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked a child abuse clearance that was completed within the past 60 months. The child abuse clearance in the file was dated 2/16/20. The file for staff person #4 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) as an assistant group supervisor lacked a disclosure statement.”
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid and CPR training.”
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessment in the file was dated 5/24/23. The file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessment in the file was dated 5/23/23.”
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #4 lacked emergency plan training that was updated within the past year. The emergency plan training in the file was dated 1/11/24.”
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that contained signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.”
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“In the gym it was observed the evacuation routes are not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Jan 23, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety trainings in the files were dated 10/14/23 and 11/25/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.131(d)(1) Child's health history
“The file for child #2 lacked a health report that included a review of the child's health history.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for child #1 lacked an initial health report that was completed 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #3 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI Clearance that was completed in the last 60 months. The FBI Clearance in the file is dated 1/4/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Nov 20, 2024Visit1 rule cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the self reported noncompliance investigation on 11/20/24 missing ceiling tiles and wires were observed to be hanging down from the ceiling in the hallway and the childcare classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
Sep 6, 2024Visit3 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“2nd Violation: Previously cited on 6/26/24 The file for staff person #4 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were seven clock hours documented in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.191 Individual Records
“2nd Violation: Previously cited on 6/26/24 Facility person #2 lacked an individual record.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“2nd Violation: Previously cited on 6/26/24 It was observed that an emergency drill was not conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2024
Jun 26, 2024Inspection22 rules cited
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“It was observed that the operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2024
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #1 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were five clock hours documented in the file. The file for staff person #3 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There was one clock hour documented in the file. The file for staff person #4 lacked 12 clock hours of child care training. There were seven clock hours documented in the file.”
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The Fire Drill log was observed. There were 61 days between 9/13/23 and 11/13/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“It was observed that an emergency drill was not conducted within the past 12 months.”
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file for staff person #7 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
3270.191 Individual Records
“Facility person #2 lacked an individual record.”
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The file for staff person #1 lacked an adult health assessment that included the correct results of the communicable disease examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 5/18/20 and 6/23/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“In the 2-year-old room a hands-free can was not placed next to the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #1 lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 2/17/21 and 3/8/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files for children #1 and #2 lacked child service reports that were completed within the last six months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In the infant room, 4-year-old room, and preschool room handwashing signs were not posted above the toilets.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“In the infant room nonporous gloves were missing in the first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #7 lacked a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 7, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for staff persons #3 , #4, and #6 lacked written evaluations by the director that were completed in the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1 who was hired as a director on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a child abuse clearance that was updated within the past 60 months. The child abuse clearance in the file is dated 2/11/19. The file for staff person #6 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI clearance that was completed 60 months from the previous FBI clearance. The FBI clearances in the file are dated 4/4/19 and 6/5/24. The file for staff person #7 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed within 45 days of hire and was not removed from her position. The NSOR verification certificate was dated 11/13/23. The file for staff person #8 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a dated disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #7 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid and CPR Training. Staff person #8 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Getting Started with Center-Based Care Revised 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #8 lacked Pediatric First-Aid & CPR Training that was completed 90 days from the date of hire (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #4 lacked a renewed certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) before the expiration of the most current certification. The pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training in the file is dated 5/24/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The file for staff person #5 lacked initial emergency plan training that was completed 90 days from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The emergency plan training in the file was dated 10/14/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 23, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The files for staff persons #3, #4, and #6 lacked the Pennsylvania Health & Safety Update 2022 that was taken prior to 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 3/9/22. The file for staff person #7 lacked an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2024
Oct 19, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“Staff person #2 lacked documentation of a valid health assessment including the results of the TB testing prior to initial hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff person #2 lacked documentation of a valid health assessment including a physical examination prior to initial hire. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.33(a) Each staff person meets quals
“Staff person #4 was working as an assistant group supervisor without documentation in their file to support that position.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #1 lacked requests for and valid PSP Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR Verification and DHS FBI clearance in their file and were observed working alone with children. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #2 lacked requests for and valid PSP Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, NSOR Verification and DHS FBI clearance in their file and were observed working alone with children. (See LIS CODE SHEET) Staff person #3 lacked the complete PSP Clearance including the RAP sheets and NSOR Verification in their file and were observed working alone with children. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #3 and #4 lacked documentation of the preservice training; Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 within 90 days of hire and were observed caring for children unsupervised. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022. Staff person #2 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 and Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Staff person #3 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022, Pediatric First Aid/CPR training and Mandated Reporter Training. Staff person #4 has not completed the following preservice training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022 and Mandated Reporter Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person #1 lacked documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training with in 90 days of hire and was observed caring for children unsupervised. (See LIS CODE SHEET)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff file #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff file #4 lacked documentation of the staff person's education and experience prior to hire in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
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Oct 10, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Per staff statements, on 9/26/23, staff person #1 struck Child #1 on the upper left arm.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2023
Jun 21, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file for Child #3 who was enrolled more than 60 days(see LIS code sheet) was lacking a health assessment and immunization record.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 5, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan was lacking continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files for Staff #1, 2, 4, 5, were all lacking emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #2 is lacking a signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #5 was lacking the NSOR certificate and a signed disclosure statement. Staff #5 cannot work until their NSOR certificate come back and is in their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The restroom in the infant room was lacking handwashing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file for Child #1 and #2 both contained emergency contact forms that were lacking the medical insurance policy number of the child. The file for Child #3 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the child's medical insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file for Child #1, a preschool aged child, contained two health assessments that were more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #3 and 4 both contain two health assessments in each file that are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2023
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility was lacking information for parents of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2023
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The files for Staff #1, and 5 are lacking 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for Staff #1, 3, 4, 5, are all lacking the 2022 Health and Safety update training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2023
Jun 22, 2022Inspection19 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed caring for children unsupervised on 6/22/22 The file for staff person #1 lacked documentation of required health and safety training topics that must be completed before a child care staff can care for children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 and #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet) : Health and Safety Topics 1-9.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #2 (hire date in the code sheet) contains a Department of Education FBI clearance and is lacking an NSOR clearance. Staff #2 cannot work in the child care until a department of human services FBI clearance and NSOR clearance is in their file. Staff #4 and #5(hire dates are in the code sheet) both contain disclosure statements that are not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 19, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In Classroom #4 the cabinet under the sink contained Pine-Sol and Bleach and the cabinet was not locked making these toxics assessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“Classrooms #1 and 3 were lacking posted emergency telephone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“Classrooms #3, and 4 were lacking posted written daily schedules.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file for Child #3 contained an agreement form that was lacking the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file for Child #3 contained an agreement form that was lacking the child's admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The files for Child #1 and 3 contained emergency contact forms that were lacking the policy numbers for their medical insurance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Classrooms #1 and 3 were lacking a posted emergency transportation plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2022
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file for Child #1, who was a young toddler age child, contained two health assessments that were more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The files for Child #1, 2 and 3 all contained immunization records that were lacking the annual influenza immunization.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff #1 contains a health assessment that was obtained more than 24 moths ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The files for Staff #2 and #5 (hire dates on the code sheet) both contained only one nonfamily reference letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility is lacking proof of purchase for their fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility had a hard copy of the outdated regulations available to parents to view, however they were lacking information on how to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for Staff #3 (hire date on code sheet) only contained 2 annual clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2022
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The facility did not have proof of sending the annual letters to local traffic safety authorities informing them of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the name of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2022
Oct 6, 2021Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wipe the diapering surface with a sanitizing solution between diaper changes.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wash her hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wash the hands of any of the children after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“While reviewing the facility's video surveillance, Staff #1 was observed spraying water from a spray bottle into the face of a child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“While reviewing the facility's video surveillance, Staff #1 was observed spraying water from a spray bottle into the face of a child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2022
Oct 6, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wipe the diapering surface with a sanitizing solution between diaper changes.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wash her hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Staff #1 was observed changing the diapers of 15 children over an eight hour period. At no point did Staff #1 wash the hands of any of the children after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2021
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“While reviewing the facility's video surveillance, Staff #1 was observed spraying water from a spray bottle into the face of a child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3270.113(b)/3270.113(c) No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm
“While reviewing the facility's video surveillance, Staff #1 was observed spraying water from a spray bottle into the face of a child in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Martin Luther King Child Care Center
Is Martin Luther King Child Care Center licensed?
Yes. Martin Luther King Child Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Martin Luther King Child Care Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Martin Luther King Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 73 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Martin Luther King Child Care Center care for?
75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Martin Luther King Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Martin Luther King Child Care Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Martin Luther King Child Care Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 459-2761 to ask.
What is Martin Luther King Child Care Center's phone number?
(814) 459-2761.
Where is Martin Luther King Child Care Center?
312 Chestnut St, Erie, PA 16507. The nearest other daycare we list is Covenant Pre School, 0.3 miles away.