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New Castle Community Y Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 89
- open each week
- 5 days
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About New Castle Community Y Daycare
New Castle Community Y Daycare is a child care center in New Castle, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 89 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 98 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 89 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 89 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for New Castle Community Y Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 89 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250835
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 8, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 98 rules in all · 97 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 31
- Staff training and qualifications 19
- Safety and hazards 14
- Supervision and ratios 9
- Background checks 6
- Records and paperwork 6
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Safe sleep 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Transportation 1
- Food and nutrition 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 8, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In room 201, the preschool room, there were adult scissors on a low teacher cabinet accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff #5's file did not contain proof of emergency plan training within 90 days of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #5 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 9/2025. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm testing log contained the of following dates 3/12/26-4/13/26 which are more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
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 #3 was observed to contain a health assessment dated 1/21/26 which was after date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment for staff #4 did not contain a date of examination. Staff #5's most recent health assessment is dated 9/11/23 which is more than 24 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In room 201, the preschool room, there was Mellow instant hand sanitizer on the low teacher cabinet which stated keep out of reach of children accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.37(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Aide qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of inspection the file for Staff person #4, classified as an Aide, did not include verification of a high school diploma or general educational development certificate; or a minimum of an 8th grade education and 2 years of child care experience prior to date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff # 1, 2, 3, and 4 files contained signed disclosures statements that were not the most up to date disclosure statements. Staff #3's file contained a DHS FBI clearance that the date was unable to be viewed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
Nov 7, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Staff #1's most recent emergency plan training was dated 1/29/24 which is more than 12 months ago. Staff #2's most recent emergency plan training was dated 8/27/24 which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“The room 204 the toddler room there was a power strip that was plugged in sitting on top of a blue sensory table with plugs that did not have protective electrical covers accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in room 202 the infant room did not contain scissors, tweezers, and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #1 and 2's most recent child service reports are dated 10/2025 which are more than 6 months after date of enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).”
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Two children were observed receiving care in room 202 the infant room without emergency contact information being in the child care space.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In room 204 the toddler room there was Tylenol that had been given without written parental consent to administer.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #3's file contained an after-visit summary that is not acceptable as a staff health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #3's Tb test was dated 10/9/25 which was after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“The drop-off and pick-up procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In room 202 the infant room there was Children's Zyrtec that did not have the child's name on the label of the medication and Moxifloxacin Ophthalmic Solution that was not in the box with the prescription and missing the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 31, 2025
Sep 26, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.66(b) Original container
“In room 204 the spray bottle that contained the sanitizing solution was not labeled.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In room 202 there was an Epi-pen that did not have a log with written parental consent for administration.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“In rooms 201 and 202 the trash cans that contained discarded food were not lidded.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.135(b) Surfaces cleaned
“In room 204 there was dirt and debris under the mat on the changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #1's file contained an initial health assessment dated 1/13/25 which was after their date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In room 204 there was Child Motrin that did not contain the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in room 201 was missing scissors. The first aid kit in room 202 was missing adhesive bandages(band aids).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In the pink bathroom a handwashing sign was missing from the left toilet stall.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 1/16/25-2/19/25, 2/19/25-3/25/25, 5/16/25-6/16/25, and 6/16/25-7/23/25 which are more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #1's file contained an initial TB test dated 1/13/25 which was after their date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In room 205 was a cracked green bin with sharp edges.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“In the gym the book bag that contained the first aid kit was sitting on the floor not locked accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 7/9/25, after the expiration date of 4/2025. The file for Staff person #2 includes verification of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 7/9/25, after the expiration date of 6/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 17, 2025
Nov 5, 2024Inspection22 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the outside play area was a broken alligator see-saw that caused a pinch point. There were 13 exposed bolts on the gate to the outside play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The outside play space had embedded equipment. The Director was unable to provide the ASTM letter to show compliance with the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission for the unitary playground protective surface covering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“In room 201 a tall cabinet for dress up clothes was not attached to the wall making it unstable when touched. In room 205 the back of a metal chair was separating making it not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The operator last notified 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 on 11/3/22 which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The rest equipment in room 204 was not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Child #1's file contains a child service report dated 12/14/23 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #3's file did not contain a child service report, the child has been enrolled more than 6-months(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In room 204 a handwashing sign was missing on the diapering table. In the girl's bathroom a handwashing sign was missing above the sink on the left.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“Child #1's initial health assessment is dated 12/10/21 which is more that 60 days after enrollment(See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Child #2's file did not contain the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child #3's, an infant age child(See LIS Code Sheet), current health assessment is dated 4/24/24 which is more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“In room 204 three medications were expired: Hyland's Baby Mucus + Cold Relief Exp. 9/2024, Children's Tylenol Exp. 9/2024, and TopCare Children's Pain and Fever Exp 10/2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #1's file did not contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Staff #1's file did not contain a TB test.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“In room 202 four infant bottles were not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Staff #2's file did not contain two written nonfamily references.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“In room 201 a trash can that that had been contaminated by human secretions did not have a lid on it. In the girl's bathroom the trash can that had a used, contaminated pull-up inside, did not contain plastic lining.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In room 204 there was damaged paint and plaster on the left-hand side of the room near the kid's kitchen set.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In room 205 on the cabinet by the far exit was Mellow instant hand sanitizer which stated keep out of reach of children was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In room 201 a power strip under the TV with 3 uncovered outlets was on the ground accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter provided to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility did not have information posted for parents on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
Jul 19, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility has not been testing the fire system every 30 days. They do have an annual fire test letter for testing, but this does not apply since they are the only legal entity in the building.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“Staff #1's Health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In room 202 it was observed that there was no log forms or parents written consent for these medications: Infant's Pain and Fever, Children's Motrin, and Nystatin Ointment. In room 204 it was observed that there was no log form or parent's written consent for these medication: Childrens Tylenol and Ventolin Hfa.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“In room 202 Nystatin ointment was observed to be expired on 1/24. In room 204 it was observed infants Tylenol expired 1/24, another infants Tylenol expired 12/23, and Motrin Infant Drops expired 8/23. This means that the expired medication was not stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“In room 202 it was observed that the name of the child from whom the medication is intended was missing from: Children's Tylenol, Hyland's Kids Cough and Mucus, and Nystatin ointment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“In room 202 prescription Nystatin ointment was observed with no prescription label or instructions for administration.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“In room 201 the emergency contact information was not present in the child care space for one child that was receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In room 204 foam blocks with teeth mark were observed accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“A first aid kit in room 201 was missing soap and disposable nonporous gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“In room 204, the older toddler room, the cabinet under the diaper table was unlocked and accessible to children. The diaper table cabinet contain a tube of Triple paste, 2 tubes of butt paste, and a tube of Balmex Diaper Rash cream, all stated to keep out of reach of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the gym 2 electrical outlets covers were missing.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff #3, who has been working as an assistant group supervisor, had a file that did not contain proof of education or experience prior to service at the facility(See LIS Code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Staff #1 who has been working as a group supervisor had a file that did not contain proof of education or experience prior to service at the facility(See LIS Code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff #1, working as a group supervisor, had a file that did not contain a signed disclosure statement. Staff #2, working as a group supervisor, had a file that contained a Department of Education FBI clearance which is not accepted by DHS.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
May 23, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**Per staff statements, there were at least 3 incidents of children eloping to other rooms, unsupervised. Staff #1 was transitioning children back into the classroom. Child #1, a young toddler, left the group without Staff #1's knowledge and went into the adjoining school age classroom. Child #1 was observed to be alone in the school age room and was immediately returned to her classroom. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes. Staff #2 was supervising 3 school age children and 1 young toddler, Child #1. Child #1 left the room, without the knowledge of Staff #2. Staff #3 was in the youth lounge with the preschoolers. Child #2, a preschooler, left the youth lounge without the knowledge of Staff #3 and followed an adult into the fitness center. A community member using the fitness center called the front desk to notify them that the child was in the gym. Child #2 was then returned to the child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“*Per staff statements, there were at least 3 incidents of children eloping to other rooms, unsupervised. Staff #1 was transitioning children back into the classroom. Child #1, a young toddler, left the group without Staff #1's knowledge and went into the adjoining school age classroom. Child #1 was observed to be alone in the school age room and was immediately returned to her classroom. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes. Staff #2 was supervising 3 school age children and 1 young toddler, Child #1. Child #1 left the room, without the knowledge of Staff #2. Staff #3 was in the youth lounge with the preschoolers. Child #2, a preschooler, left the youth lounge without the knowledge of Staff #3 and followed an adult into the fitness center. A community member using the fitness center called the front desk to notify them that the child was in the gym. Child #2 was then returned to the child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Per staff statements, there were at least 3 incidents of children eloping to other rooms, unsupervised. Staff #1 was transitioning children back into the classroom. Child #1, a young toddler, left the group without Staff #1's knowledge and went into the adjoining school age classroom. Child #1 was observed to be alone in the school age room and was immediately returned to her classroom. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes. Staff #2 was supervising 3 school age children and 1 young toddler, Child #1. Child #1 left the room, without the knowledge of Staff #2. Staff #3 was in the youth lounge with the preschoolers. Child #2, a preschooler, left the youth lounge without the knowledge of Staff #3 and followed an adult into the fitness center. A community member using the fitness center called the front desk to notify them that the child was in the gym. Child #2 was then returned to the child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Per staff statements, there were at least 3 incidents of children eloping to other rooms, unsupervised. Staff #1 was transitioning children back into the classroom. Child #1, a young toddler, left the group without Staff #1's knowledge and went into the adjoining school age classroom. Child #1 was observed to be alone in the school age room and was immediately returned to her classroom. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes. Staff #2 was supervising 3 school age children and 1 young toddler, Child #1. Child #1 left the room, without the knowledge of Staff #2. Staff #3 was in the youth lounge with the preschoolers. Child #2, a preschooler, left the youth lounge without the knowledge of Staff #3 and followed an adult into the fitness center. A community member using the fitness center called the front desk to notify them that the child was in the gym. Child #2 was then returned to the child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Per staff statements, there were at least 3 incidents of children eloping to other rooms, unsupervised. Staff #1 was transitioning children back into the classroom. Child #1, a young toddler, left the group without Staff #1's knowledge and went into the adjoining school age classroom. Child #1 was observed to be alone in the school age room and was immediately returned to her classroom. The child was unsupervised for approximately 3-5 minutes. Staff #2 was supervising 3 school age children and 1 young toddler, Child #1. Child #1 left the room, without the knowledge of Staff #2. Staff #3 was in the youth lounge with the preschoolers. Child #2, a preschooler, left the youth lounge without the knowledge of Staff #3 and followed an adult into the fitness center. A community member using the fitness center called the front desk to notify them that the child was in the gym. Child #2 was then returned to the child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024
Mar 18, 2024Complaint investigation7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in room 204. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/ CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“In room 204 a child was observed asleep on a cot that was obstructing a side exit(203 doorway) from the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Upon entering room 202 it was observed that there was not the 2 feet of space that is required on 3 sides of rest equipment that was being used.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“In room 201 during nap Staff #4 was sitting on the floor patting a child's back. Staff #4 was unable to see 2 other children that were asleep on cots due to shelves being in the line of sight in the middle of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“In room 202 it was observed that staff # 2 and #3 where present with 1 infant, 1 younger toddler, and 5 older toddlers. When Staff #2 and #3 were ask which children they were assigned to they said that they did not know who they were assigned to and that they just came in to give breaks. None of the children were assigned to a specific staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“Upon entering room 202 it was observed that an infant was sleeping in a baby rocking seat which is not the recommended position by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff person #4 reported that there were times that they used their arm to hold a child down on their cot to prevent them from getting up.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
Mar 18, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in room 204. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/ CPR”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2024
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“In room 204 a child was observed asleep on a cot that was obstructing a side exit(203 doorway) from the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Upon entering room 202 it was observed that there was not the 2 feet of space that is required on 3 sides of rest equipment that was being used.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“In room 201 during nap Staff #4 was sitting on the floor patting a child's back. Staff #4 was unable to see 2 other children that were asleep on cots due to shelves being in the line of sight in the middle of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“In room 202 it was observed that staff # 2 and #3 where present with 1 infant, 1 younger toddler, and 5 older toddlers. When Staff #2 and #3 were ask which children they were assigned to they said that they did not know who they were assigned to and that they just came in to give breaks. None of the children were assigned to a specific staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“Upon entering room 202 it was observed that an infant was sleeping in a baby rocking seat which is not the recommended position by the American Academy of Pediatrics.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 19, 2024
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Staff person #4 reported that there were times that they used their arm to hold a child down on their cot to prevent them from getting up.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 23, 2024
Nov 6, 2023Inspection19 rules cited
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files for staff #6 and #7 lack current emergency plan training. #6 was due 6/2023; #7 was due 11/21/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for staff #4 and #6 lack an annual evaluation. It was due 6/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for staff #8 and #9 contain evaluations that were competed late. #8 was due 8/2020 and was completed 12/2022; #9 was due 10/2022 and completed 12/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3) Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #2 and #4 lack the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2024
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #7, and #10 contain TB tests that were obtained late initially. #7 - due 8/2023 and obtained 9/2023; #10 due 10/22 and obtained 8/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire or the date designated by the department. (see LIS code sheet): health and safety update.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #6 (6/2022-6/2023) and #9 (10/2022-10/2023) lack an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The files for staff #3, #5, #7 contain clearances that were obtained or updated late: #3 - NSOR was due 11/1/23 and obtained 11/2/2023; #5 - criminal was due 6/25/23 and obtained 6/29/23, child abuse was due 6/25/23 and obtained 6/29/23, FBI was due 6/2/23 and obtained 7/11/23; #7 - criminal was due 8/21/23 and obtained 8/23/23, FBI was due 8/21/23 and obtained 8/22/23, NSOR was due 8/21/23 and obtained 10/13/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff #10 contains mandated reporter training that was obtained late. It was due 1/2023 and obtained 11/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #8 contains fire safety training that was obtained late. It was due 1/2021 and obtained 10/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff #8 contains emergency plan training that was obtained late. it was due 8/2020 and obtained 8/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 lacks a criminal clearance. The clearance was due 5/24/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #4 was provisionally hired incorrectly. The FBI clearance and the NSOR clearances were not requested prior to initial service in the child care setting.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility hasn't conducted an emergency drill annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8) Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training
“The files for staff #2 and #4 lack water safety training. Staff #2 and #4 were observed supervising children during swimming.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The files for staff #5, #7, #9, and #10 contain health assessments that were renewed late or obtained late initially. #5 - due 11/2022 and obtained 12/2022; #7 - due 8/2023 and obtained 9/2023; #9 - due 9/2023 and obtained 10/2023; #10 due 10/22 and obtained 8/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 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 contains a health assessment that was updated late. The health assessment was due 6/2023 and obtained 8/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #1 lacks a high school diploma to qualify her as an AGS.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #6 lacks a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
Jul 28, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.115(a)(5) Staff:child ratios while swimming
“At approximately 10:30 am, 14 children between the ages of 3-5 years were swimming in the pool. When asked, facility person #2 identified 6 preschool age children, facility person #3 also identified 6 preschool age children and facility person #4 identified 4 preschool age children. Two children were identified twice.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
3270.115(a)(6) Lifeguard training/supervision
“At approximately 10:25 am, facility person #1, identified as the lifeguard for the childcare facility, exited the pool area through a door to the hallway while 14 preschool children were swimming. At approximately 10:35, facility person #1 returned to their lifeguarding duty as the children were swimming in the pool.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2023
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Nov 17, 2022Inspection12 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #1 through #4 and #6 and #7 did not contain documentation of the completion of fire safety training in the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1 contained a current health assessment; however, said assessment was completed after Staff #1's first date in a childcare position.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Preschool room, in areas accessible to children, exposed bolts were observed on a 4' round table and metal shelf pegs were observed on the sides of a desk in the Preschool room. In the room at the towards the left end of the hallway, in areas accessible to children, exposed bolts were observed on a wooden easel and plastic toy storage bin was observed to have a cracked, jagged edge. Contact with exposed bolts, pegs, or cracked plastic edges could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A plastic ethernet cable encasement mounted on the wall at the rear of the Preschool room in an area accessible to children in care was observed to have a sharp edge that could cause laceration injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“A spray bottle containing a sanitizing solution was observed on a countertop in an area accessible to children in care in the Preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files for Staff #1 through #4 and #6 and #7 did not contain annual performance evaluations completed in the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2022
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Four nursing bottles in use by children in care in the Infant room lacked identifying labels with the child-user's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file for Child #3 who has been in care for more than six months, did not include a parent's signature acknowledging that the agreement and emergency contact information had been reviewed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files for Child #1 and #2 contained emergency contact forms that did not include addresses of persons to whom each child can be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
3270.102(e) Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch
“In the Preschool room, in an area accessible to children in care who are still placing things in their mouths, several toy foam blocks were observed to have bite marks, which poses a choking hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #5 contained an FBI Criminal History Clearance that was processed through the Department of Education, which is not accepted by our department. Staff #5 cannot work at the facility until an accepted FBI Criminal History Clearance is obtained.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for Staff #2, #3, #4, #6, and #7 did not contain documentation of the completion of fire safety training over the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2023
Aug 18, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Staff #1 was observed as they were the lone staff member charged with supervising 10 preschool-aged children. Staff #1 was working individually with one child. The child was seated at a desk and Staff #1 leaned over and assisted the child with a written assignment. Staff #1's ability to supervise the remaining nine children was compromised by three perpendicularly placed shelving units that obstructed her ability to maintain visual supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Staff #1 was observed as they were the lone staff member charged with supervising 10 preschool-aged children. Staff #1 was working individually with one child. The child was seated at a desk and Staff #1 leaned over and assisted the child with a written assignment. Staff #1's ability to supervise the remaining nine children was compromised by three perpendicularly placed shelving units that obstructed her ability to maintain visual supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 21, 2022
Jul 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #1 contained a PA DHS Child Abuse Clearance that was dated as processed more than 60 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
Jun 1, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based upon interviews with staff members, there are occasions when Preschool-aged children in care exit child care spaces and run down the facility's hallways while unsupervised. Additionally, it was determined that preschool aged children are, at times, permitted to exit child care spaces and go to the hallway restroom while not being supervised by a staff member.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on interviews with staff members, it was determined that, on occasion, children exit child care spaces and venture down the hallway while not being supervised by a staff member. It was also determined that children in the Preschool aged classroom are permitted to exit the child care space and go to the restroom located in the hallway while not being supervised by a staff member. Facility person #1 was observed supervising three infants in the infant room. Staff #1 was unable to identify the three children within her supervisory group by first name.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on interviews with staff members, it was determined that, on occasion, children exit child care spaces and venture down the hallway while not being supervised by a staff member. It was also determined that children in the Preschool aged classroom are permitted to exit the child care space and go to the restroom located in the hallway while not being supervised by a staff member. Further, facility person #1 was observed supervising three infants in the infant room. Staff #1 was unable to identify the three children within her supervisory group by first name.”
Nov 17, 2021Inspection9 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #1 lacked an initial health assessment that was completed within 90 days of the start date. The child's start date in the file is 8/16/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2021
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #4 lacked 2 years experience with children. She needs 1, 319 more hours to qualify as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2021
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed that the mats on the gym wall on the left side of the gym were torn and had holes in them.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed in the boys restroom that a hand washing sign was not posted above the urinal.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The files for children #2 and #4 lacked an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for child #3 lacked emergency contact information that included the address of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file for child #2 lacked emergency contact information that included the home and work address and home and work telephone number of the enrolling parent. The file for child #3 emergency contact information that included the work address and home phone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
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 are dated 10/14/19 and 10/18/21. The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 9/30/19 and 11/9/21. The file for staff person #5 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 8/19/19 and 10/29/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 16, 2021
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional within the past year.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2021
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Questions about New Castle Community Y Daycare
Is New Castle Community Y Daycare licensed?
Yes. New Castle Community Y Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was New Castle Community Y Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 8, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Castle Community Y Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 98 rules across 9 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 97 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 New Castle Community Y Daycare care for?
89, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does New Castle Community Y Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are New Castle Community Y Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does New Castle Community Y Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 658-4766 to ask.
What is New Castle Community Y Daycare's phone number?
(724) 658-4766.
Where is New Castle Community Y Daycare?
20 W Washington St, New Castle, PA 16101. The nearest other daycare we list is Oconnors Family Day Care, 0.4 miles away.