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Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center
- licensed capacity
- 106
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center
Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center is a child care center in Towanda, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 106 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 18 visits in the last 3 years and cited 55 rules across 18 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageMeals 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
- 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 106 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks through twelve years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 106 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 106 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245258
Summary
18 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 18 of 18 visits · 55 rules in all · 36 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Discipline and child guidance 8
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 1
- Other rules 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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Aug 26, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Continued Non-Compliance: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. During the inspection Cert Rep observed several occasions where the PS children were not being supervised by staff person #1. During the morning bathroom break all the PS children came back into the classroom with staff person #1 and child #2 was locked in the bathroom stall unattended. Staff person #1 went back into the bathroom to get child #2 and left the preschool children unattended. During lunch, all the PS children were eating lunch in the lunch area and Cert Rep came out of another room and observed child #2 underneath a classroom table alone. Cert Rep walked child #2 back over to the lunch tables. Cert Rep observed child #1 run away from the lunch tables during lunch and ran into the main classroom into a playhouse. He could not be seen by staff person #1 or any other staff while he was in the playhouse. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/12/26 with a Tier 1 correction date of 5/6/26 and a Tier 2 correction of 8/19/26. A complaint investigation was conducted on 8/26/26. It was determined through staff interviews that facility person #2 who is a volunteer, was taking children alone to the bathroom. When in the bathroom, facility person #2 and the children were not able to be seen by a staff person.”
Correction due by Dec 21, 2026, per the state
3270.31(a) Age and Training
“On 8/26/26, a complaint investigation was conducted. It was determined through staff interviews that facility person #2 who is a volunteer, was taking children alone to the bathroom and was assigned three PS children. When in the bathroom, facility person #2 was not able to be seen by staff person qualified to supervise her.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2026
3270.51/3270.52 Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level
“On 8/26/26, a complaint investigation was conducted. Through staff interviews, it was determined that staff person #3 had a mixed group of 15 to 16 PS and S/A children. Facility person #2 who is a volunteer was assigned 3 PS. Staff person #3, on a daily basis, was assigned 12 PS & S/A children and was unaware that facility person #2 could not be assigned children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2026
Jul 1, 2026Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 did not have a tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #3 did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #4's health assessment on file is dated 1/15/25. The health assessment is not within 12 months of date of hire. (SEE code sheet for DOH's).”
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 and #3 was observed providing childcare (see code sheet for DOH). Staff person #2's file does not contain educational experience or childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references. Staff person #3's file does not contain childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2's staff file did not contain a disclosure statement. Cert Rep observed staff person #2 working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.24(a) Immediate access
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. The director was not present, and staff could not access staff files while inspector was present. The facility had three new hires present and inspector could not review their staff files or any of the staff presents files. The director emailed partial staff files the next day.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Continued Non-Compliance: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. Cert Rep observed staff person #1 to be frustrated with the PS children. Staff person #1 was screaming at the children and directing the children loudly in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 repeatedly told Cert Rep in front of the PS children, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated because they never have help." Staff person #1 yelled repeatedly for child #1, "To go to their calming house and sit." An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/12/26 with a Tier 1 correction date of 5/6/26. A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, staff person #1 is continually screaming at the PS children in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 was frustrated with Cert Rep's presence and continually stated, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated," this was stated in the presence of the PS children.”
3270.113(c)/3270.162(c) No ridicule or threaten harm/Not withheld as discipline
“A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, that three children were singled out by staff person #1 and snacks were withheld as a form of discipline, and the children had to watch the other children in the class eat snacks during snack time.”
Jul 1, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 did not have a tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #3 did not receive a health assessment and tb screening at initial hire. Staff person #4's health assessment on file is dated 1/15/25. The health assessment is not within 12 months of date of hire. (SEE code sheet for DOH's).”
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2 and #3 was observed providing childcare (see code sheet for DOH). Staff person #2's file does not contain educational experience or childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references. Staff person #3's file does not contain childcare experience and does not contain two non-family references.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. Staff person #2's staff file did not contain a disclosure statement. Cert Rep observed staff person #2 working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.24(a) Immediate access
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 7/1/26. The director was not present, and staff could not access staff files while inspector was present. The facility had three new hires present and inspector could not review their staff files or any of the staff presents files. The director emailed partial staff files the next day.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 27, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Continued Non-Compliance: An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. Cert Rep observed staff person #1 to be frustrated with the PS children. Staff person #1 was screaming at the children and directing the children loudly in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 repeatedly told Cert Rep in front of the PS children, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated because they never have help." Staff person #1 yelled repeatedly for child #1, "To go to their calming house and sit." An acceptable plan of correction was received on 6/12/26 with a Tier 1 correction date of 5/6/26. A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, staff person #1 is continually screaming at the PS children in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 was frustrated with Cert Rep's presence and continually stated, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated," this was stated in the presence of the PS children.”
3270.113(c)/3270.162(c) No ridicule or threaten harm/Not withheld as discipline
“A complaint investigation was conducted on 7/1/26. It was determined through staff and children's interviews, that three children were singled out by staff person #1 and snacks were withheld as a form of discipline, and the children had to watch the other children in the class eat snacks during snack time.”
May 6, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. In the school age area, Cert Rep observed a plastic crib mattress on the floor with several rips and exposed stuffing coming out. The crib mattress can't be easily cleaned and is not appropriate size for school aged children to use.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. The facility could not demonstrate an operable smoke detector system at this inspection because the Fire system contains a sprinkler system. Facility has a hard-wired interconnected sprinkler system and has this system tested by professionals. The operator provided last year's annual inspection report from Davis Ulmer Fire Protection dated 2/28/25. This is more than 1 year ago and is out of compliance.”
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. Cert Rep observed staff person #1 to be frustrated with the PS children. Staff person #1 was screaming at the children and directing the children loudly in a harsh tone. Staff person #1 repeatedly told Cert Rep in front of the PS children, "that they wanted to quit, didn't know why they were here anymore and is frustrated because they never have help." Staff person #1 yelled repeatedly for child #1, "To go to their calming house and sit."”
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. During the inspection Cert Rep observed several occasions where the PS children were not being supervised by staff person #1. During the morning bathroom break all the PS children came back into the classroom with staff person #1 and child #2 was locked in the bathroom stall unattended. Staff person #1 went back into the bathroom to get child #2 and left the preschool children unattended. During lunch, all the PS children were eating lunch in the lunch area and Cert Rep came out of another room and observed child #2 underneath a classroom table alone. Cert Rep walked child #2 back over to the lunch tables. Cert Rep observed child #1 run away from the lunch tables during lunch and ran into the main classroom into a playhouse. He could not be seen by staff person #1 or any other staff while he was in the playhouse.”
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 5/6/26. In the main classroom there are several water damaged ceiling tiles throughout the facility. In the toddler town area in the main classroom there are several boxes, toys, items stacked up in the area, and it is creating a tipping hazard. The area is not in a state for children to receive care.”
Oct 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“On 10/9/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff #1 was observed providing childcare (see code sheet for DOH). The staff file does not contain proof of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
Sep 15, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)(i) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Record on file if positive TB
“CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a health assessment at initial hire. The health assessment on file is dated 4/19/24.Staff person #3 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. Staff person #3's health summary on file is dated 3/30/23 and it does not indicate if staff person has communicable diseases and may work in childcare setting. Staff person #4 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. The is evidenced by the health assessments on file dated 7/27/22 and 8/8/24. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/25 with a correction date of 8/10/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present staff person #3's updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements did not contain a release person. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/25 with a correction date of 8/10/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements containing a release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“CONTINUED NONCOMPLIANCE: A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #2 had one nonfamily reference on file. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/12/25 with a correction date of 8/15/25. On 9/15/25, cert rep arrived at the facility and staff was unable to present staff person #2's nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
Aug 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 8/7/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #1 identified 11 PS children on the playground. Staff person #1 reported that one PS child did not want to go in with their group and stayed outside with staff person #1's group. One PS child was taken inside to bring staff person #1 into ratio.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On 8/7/25, an unannounced inspection was conducted. Staff person #2 did not have 2 non-family references on file. The file for staff person #2 was not presented to the cert rep during the renewal inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2025
Jul 28, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. In the infant classroom, cert rep observed a play stepping block that had rips on all the corners exposing the inside foam. The object is accessible to children that are still putting objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. The parent handbook does not contain a supervision policy or the facility's general daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child(ren) #1-6's fee agreements did not contain a release person.”
3270.131(a) Health information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Child #3's initial health assessment was not received within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #3's initial health assessment is dated 4/7/25. (See code sheet for date of admissions).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Exam communicable disease
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a health assessment at initial hire. The health assessment on file is dated 4/19/24.Staff person #3 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. Staff person #3's health summary on file is dated 3/30/23 and it does not indicate if staff person has communicable diseases and may work in childcare setting. Staff person #4 did not update their health assessment every 24 months as required by regulation. The is evidenced by the health assessments on file dated 7/27/22 and 8/8/24.”
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not receive a tb screening at initial hire. The TB screening on file is dated 4/19/24. (See code sheet for DOH).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.192(5) Two written references
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #2 had one nonfamily reference on file.”
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. The facility is unable to test the fire detection system due to the fire system containing a sprinkler system. The last documentation on file of annual testing from a fire safety professional is dated 2/22/24, which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. Staff person #1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Pediatric First Aid and CPR. This is evidenced by the Pediatric First Aid and CPR on file dated 8/21/24. (See code sheet for DOH).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 7/28/25. In the infant classroom, cert rep observed the refrigerator to contain a sticky brown substance throughout the entire refrigerator bottom, doors, and shelves.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 4/4/25. Cert rep observed 18 water damaged ceiling tiles in the following areas: Over the infant area, above the sink near the bathroom, and near the entrance door.”
Correction date in the state record: May 1, 2025
3270.133(4) Locked
“An unannounced inspection was conducted on 4/4/25. In the young toddler classroom cert rep observed a prescription inhaler in a child's backpack that was accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Jul 26, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.192(2)(iv)/3270.192(5) Transcript, diploma and letters/Two written references
“File for Staff # 1 did not contain verification of education, childcare experience and 2 non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Power strip on the desk in the Preschool Room was missing protective covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Facility's emergency plan does not contain Continuity of Operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Infant bottles were not labeled with child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2024
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Jul 2, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.166(6) Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep
“On 7/2/24 Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat with a bottle propped in child's mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for child at time of incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
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: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.106(j)/3270.119 Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position
“On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024
3270.106(j)/3270.119 Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position
“On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
Jul 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.166(6) Infant/toddler - no bottle in mouth to sleep
“On 7/2/24 Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat with a bottle propped in child's mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for child at time of incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
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: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.106(j)/3270.119 Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position
“On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024
3270.106(j)/3270.119 Prohibit items in crib/Infant sleep position
“On 7/2/24 Children # 1 and # 2 were observed sleeping in a crib on bobby pillows. Child # 3 was observed asleep in a bouncer seat, with a bottle propped in his mouth. Staff # 1 was responsible for children at time of observation.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
Jun 17, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b) Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child/Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“On 6/12/24 Child # 1 fell on the playground and was taken to the hospital for a broken femur. An incident report was not completed in Pelican within 72 hours. Regional Office was not notified within 24 hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“On 6/12/24 Child # 1 fell on the playground and was taken to the hospital for a broken femur. An injury report was not completed and given to parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
Mar 26, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.25(a)/3270.25(b) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Post the inspection summary
“Facility was issued a Provisional Certificate of Compliance and it was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Facility does not have Inspection Summaries posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.”
Mar 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.25(a)/3270.25(b) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Post the inspection summary
“Facility was issued a Provisional Certificate of Compliance and it was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Facility does not have Inspection Summaries posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.”
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted to being out of ratio on 3/19/24, two staff with 22 Preschool children.”
Dec 1, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“During a complaint investigation, Staff # 1 and # 2 admitted that on 11/29/23 Child # 1 walked out of the facility, unnoticed. Child # 1 was outside unsupervised for 7 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
Nov 8, 2023Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection, staff admitted that the facility has a cockroach issue in the kitchen and in the Infant Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.”
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.”
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
Nov 8, 2023Complaint investigation6 rules cited
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection, staff admitted that the facility has a cockroach issue in the kitchen and in the Infant Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2023
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.”
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff person # 1 has threated to hit children and to cut a child's tongue out, if they keep sticking it out.”
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
3270.113(b)/3270.113(e) No physical punishment /Restraints prohibited
“On 11/8/23 during a complaint inspection it was reported to Cert. Rep. that Staff # 1 has grabbed children by the arm, kicked children and has restrained children with behavior issues.”
Jul 26, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health and Safety Topics including pediatric first aid/CPR from a PQAS approved trainer and a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff person # 5 was not caring for children unsupervised at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2023
3270.75(a)/3270.75(c) In child care spaces/Has all items
“First-aid kit in the Preschool was missing tweezers. Older toddler room could not locate the first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Files for Staff # 1, # 2 and # 3 did not contain health assessments every 24 months. Health assessments for Staff # 1 were dated 2/5/21 and 7/19/23, Staff # 2 10/21/19 and 7/11/22, Staff # 3, 9/2/19 and 7/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency Contact Forms for children # 1, # 2, # 3, # 4, #5 and # 6 do not contain health insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
Jun 28, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff person #1 admitted that when child #1 said that he was going to hurt himself she told him to "do it" and then sarcastically said "oh, I'm not supposed to say that. I'm supposed to say that your family will miss you."”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“Staff person #1 admitted that when child #1 said that he was going to hurt himself she told him to "do it" and then sarcastically said "oh, I'm not supposed to say that. I'm supposed to say that your family will miss you."”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 28, 2023
Apr 5, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/5/23 Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff gave child the keys to unlock the facility. Staff #1 was witnessed to turn her back and was unable to see child. On 4/5/23 Staff # 2 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was changing a diaper and was unable to see all of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 4/5/23 during a complaint inspection, Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was alone with 11 Preschool children for approximately 5-10 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2023
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/5/23 Staff # 1 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff gave child the keys to unlock the facility. Staff #1 was witnessed to turn her back and was unable to see child. On 4/5/23 Staff # 2 admitted that on 3/27/23 staff was changing a diaper and was unable to see all of the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2023
Oct 28, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 10/28/22 Staff # 1 admitted that in order to stop a child from running into the parking lot, she grabbed him by the hood and dragged him backwards. On 11/8/22 Staff # 2 admitted that in order to stop a child from running into the parking lot, she grabbed him by the hood and dragged him back into the building.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2022
Jul 26, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
3270.131(c) Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP
“Health assessments for children # 2 and # 6 did not contain a physician's signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(6) Parent home/work address, phone/Insurance coverage information
“Emergency Contact Form for children $ 3, # 4, # 5, # 6 and # 7 did not contain work address and/or phone numbers for parents. Emergency Contact Form for children # 1, # 2 , # 3, # 4, # 5, # 6 and # 7 did not contain child's health insurance name and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Purell hand sanitizer, hand lotion and Tums antacids were observed on a shelf in the Preschool room accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Fee Agreement for children # 1, # 2 and # 7 did not contain arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Rubber gloves were observed on a shelf in the children's bathroom, accessible to children, who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2022
Jun 8, 2022Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 1 - 8 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Training was received prior to 4/29/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Several ceiling tiles in the facility were water stained, due to a past water leak.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff admitted that during nap time a child and a worker from another agency are out of sight of staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During an unannounced visit to facility on 6/18/22 milk was observed on the counter for over 1 hour. Director admitted that the milk is left out during breakfast 7:30-8:30 and lunch 10:00-12:30.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022
Jun 8, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 1 - 8 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Training was received prior to 4/29/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Several ceiling tiles in the facility were water stained, due to a past water leak.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff admitted that during nap time a child and a worker from another agency are out of sight of staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During an unannounced visit to facility on 6/18/22 milk was observed on the counter for over 1 hour. Director admitted that the milk is left out during breakfast 7:30-8:30 and lunch 10:00-12:30.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2022
Dec 14, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 1/12/22 during a Complaint Investigation it was observed that in the Infant Room, there were 8 Infants with only 6 cribs. The director advised that the infants share cribs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center
Is Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center licensed?
Yes. Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 26, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 18 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 55 rules across 18 of 18 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center care for?
106, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 265-5437 to ask.
What is Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center's phone number?
(570) 265-5437.
Where is Moppets on Mulberry Child Enrichment Center?
35 Fox Chase Dr, Towanda, PA 18848. The nearest other daycare we list is J Andrew Morrow Elementary School, 2 miles away.