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Mt Top Kids
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
- daily, posted tuition
- $10
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About Mt Top Kids
Mt Top Kids is a child care center in Mountain Top, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 60 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and full-time care. It lists daily tuition from $10 to $55.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Birth to thirteen years old
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Birth to thirteen years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare) |
| More | Founded 1979 |
| Licensed capacity | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Mt Top Kids lists daily tuition from $10 to $55.
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Early Dismissal Before Lunch | $10 |
| Full Day, School Closed | $40 |
| Nursery 1-12 Months, Daily (Full Time) | $55 |
| Nursery 1-12 Months, Daily (Part Time) | $50 |
| Preschool & Pre-K, Daily (Full Time) | $40 |
| Preschool & Pre-K, Daily (Part Time) | $36 |
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| Toddlers 13-24 Months, Daily (Full Time) | $50 |
| Toddlers 13-24 Months, Daily (Part Time) | $45 |
| Two's 25-36 Months, Daily (Full Time) | $47 |
| Two's 25-36 Months, Daily (Part Time) | $40 |
| Annual Enrollment for Summer Camp Only | $25 |
| Annual Enrollment Fee | $50 |
| Preschool & Pre-K, Hourly | $12 an hour |
| Two's 25-36 Months, Hourly | $14 an hour |
10 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Mt Top Kids
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 60 children
- License number
- #CER-00255829
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 18, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 7 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Background checks 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Safe sleep 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Feb 18, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Corrected on-site 2/18/2026,”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #2's last child service report on file is dated 1/28/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.111(a)/3270.111(b) Written plan/Posted in group space
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed the infant and older toddler room did not have daily schedules posted. Corrected on-site 2/18/2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #3's emergency contact information and financial agreement were not reviewed/updated within the 6-month timeframe. They were dated 1/28/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
Feb 7, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed child #1, child #2, and child #3's files did not include updated health reports within the 12-month time frame. The last reports on file are dated 10/24/2023 (child #1), 10/24/2023 (child #2), and 3/20/2023 (child #3).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the 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 displayed conspicuously in every child care space. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed peeled paint in the infant room, young toddler room, and older toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the wooden outside play set and border are in disrepair. There were pieces of the wooden border and play set that were missing, which left exposed nails and bolts.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not contain verification of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed that the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed child #2's financial agreement was not reviewed/updated within the 6-month time frame. The last financial agreement on file is dated 2/20/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's health assessment on file is expired. The last health assessment on file is dated 1/19/2023. Observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the first-aid kit in the Infant room did not include tweezers and the first-aid kit located in the older toddler room did not include adhesive bandages. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of education and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iii) Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of education and training following the outset of service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed that the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) on file is expired. It is dated 1/10/2020. Observed staff person #2's FBI clearance on file is expired. It is dated 9/27/2019. Observed staff person #3's FBI clearance on file is from the department of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2025
Jan 23, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 1/23/2025 it was determined that child #1 was not placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. A picture was provided showing that child #1 was asleep on their side rather than on their back in the crib. Staff person #1 stated that child #1 was awake when placed in the crib so that another child could be picked up because the child was crying. Staff person #1 stated that staff did not get a chance to put child #1 in the recommended sleeping position once the child fell asleep.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2025
Oct 2, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last manual testing of the fire detection system was dated 7/1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last fire drill conducted and documented in the fire drill log is dated 7/30/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed Health and Safety training and pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/2/2024 observed that the Toddler room had 24 children with the youngest being age 2. The capacity for the room is 19.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
Oct 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last manual testing of the fire detection system was dated 7/1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last fire drill conducted and documented in the fire drill log is dated 7/30/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed Health and Safety training and pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/2/2024 observed that the Toddler room had 24 children with the youngest being age 2. The capacity for the room is 19.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 25, 2024
Apr 18, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1's date of hire is 11/6/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed the facility's fire drill log was not up to date. The last fire drill conducted was on 2/1/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed damaged paint in the Nursery room wall next to the exit.”
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
Feb 28, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“There is no health assessment or TB screening results on file for staff person # 3.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The NSOR verification on file for staff # 1 is dated 1/19/24, which is more than 45 days after their date of hire (see code sheet for date of hire). The email proof of request for the NSOR was not in their file. Staff # 2 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have proof of request for out of state clearances. Staff # 2 does not have a proof of request for their original NSOR verification. Staff # 3 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have an NSOR verification within 45 days of their initial employment; the original proof of request was not in their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 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 (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid and 10 Hour Health and Safety. Staff person # 4 completed the Pediatric CPR/First Aid training more than 90 days after their initial date of hire (see code sheet), the training certificate is dated 9/22/23. Staff person # 5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There was a red faux leather sofa in the older toddler and pink faux leather sofa in the young toddler classroom with small tears that exposed lining.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
Feb 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3270.34(b)(4) Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs
“The education on file for staff person # 1 did not include the transcript to verify 30 credit hours in a human services field.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the address for the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #2, 3, and 4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2023
Nov 28, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 11/22/22, a child # 1, toddler, received a goose egg on their forehead and no staff in the classroom could explain how it happened.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During a complaint investigation on 11/28/22, staff person # 1 admitted to arguing with staff person # 2 on 11/22/22 in front of the children after child # 1 was injured.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
Nov 14, 2022Complaint investigation7 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Getting Started with Center Based Building Blocks.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During an unannounced inspection on 11/14/22, operator could not locate the fire alarm testing logs to verify fire alarms were tested every 30 days as required by Act 62.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person# 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/12/15.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire - Pediatric CPR/First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 11/14/22, the fire drill log reviewed was out of compliance. More than 60 days passed between fire drills. A fire drill was logged for 11/7/22 and prior to that, 6/20/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.21/3270.133(7)(iv) General Health and Safety/Amount to administer
“On 11/18/22, staff person # 1 admitted that when they gave child # 1 medication on 10/20/22, they did not log the amount of medication given. Staff Person # 1 admitted to giving the child the amount of medication they thought was correct based on the estimated weight of the child. The amount given was estimated to be 1.75 ML too much.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
3270.133(7) Medication log
“During a complaint investigation, staff # 1 admitted that they did not maintain a medication log for medication administered to child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
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Nov 14, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Getting Started with Center Based Building Blocks.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During an unannounced inspection on 11/14/22, operator could not locate the fire alarm testing logs to verify fire alarms were tested every 30 days as required by Act 62.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person# 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/12/15.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire - Pediatric CPR/First Aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“On 11/14/22, the fire drill log reviewed was out of compliance. More than 60 days passed between fire drills. A fire drill was logged for 11/7/22 and prior to that, 6/20/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
3270.21/3270.133(7)(iv) General Health and Safety/Amount to administer
“On 11/18/22, staff person # 1 admitted that when they gave child # 1 medication on 10/20/22, they did not log the amount of medication given. Staff Person # 1 admitted to giving the child the amount of medication they thought was correct based on the estimated weight of the child. The amount given was estimated to be 1.75 ML too much.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
3270.133(7) Medication log
“During a complaint investigation, staff # 1 admitted that they did not maintain a medication log for medication administered to child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
Mar 2, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“The cert rep observed a bottle in the infant room refrigerator with no label.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 2, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Staff person # 1 started on 1/17/22; there is no health assessment or TB screening results on file. Staff person # 6 started on 8/16/21; the health assessment is dated 10/18/21 and not prior to their initial service.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2022
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report on file for child # 1 does not include a statement that the child can participate in child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
3270.131(d)(5) Immunization record
“Child # 1 is a 6 month old. The child has only received one dose of the DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccines. Child # 2 is an 8 month old; they have, only received one dose of the DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccines. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommendations and neither child has a written exemption on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff person # 5 has one written reference on file. Staff person # 1 has no written references on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person # 2 started on 10/21/21 and did not complete mandated reporter training until 2/6/22. Staff person # 3 started on 9/2/21 and did not complete mandated reporter training until 1/17/22. Staff person # 5 started on 8/2/21 and has not completed mandated reporter training. Staff person # 6 started on 8/16/21 and has not completed mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
3270.26 Compliance/Nondiscrimination
“There is no civil rights compliance letter posted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“There is no emergency drill logged at the facility for 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Staff person # 1 was hired as a group supervisor; there is no proof of education or experience in their file. Staff person # 4 was hired as an assistant group supervisor; there is no proof of education or experience in their file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 16, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Mt Top Kids
Is Mt Top Kids licensed?
Yes. Mt Top Kids is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Mt Top Kids last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 18, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mt Top Kids had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 7 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 31 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 Mt Top Kids care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Mt Top Kids accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mt Top Kids' hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Mt Top Kids cost?
Daily tuition from $10 to $55, as it lists it.
What is Mt Top Kids' phone number?
(570) 474-5437.
Where is Mt Top Kids?
1 Marian Ct Kirby Estates, Mountain Top, PA 18707. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Big Steps Preschool Childcare Early Learn, 0.2 miles away.