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Northern Cambria Learning Center
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About Northern Cambria Learning Center
Northern Cambria Learning Center is a child care center in Northern Cambria, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 24 children.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 30 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Licensed capacity
- 24 children
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| Licensed capacity | 24 childrenFrom the state license |
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State record
Inspection reports for Northern Cambria Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 24 children
- License number
- #CER-00248921
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 3, 2025: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 30 rules in all · 28 corrected
- Safety and hazards 9
- Health, medication and illness 9
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Records and paperwork 3
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Nov 3, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility was able to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 10/14/24 and 10/25/25. The inspection report dated 10/25/25 indicated 3 deficiencies, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2025
3270.131(a) Health information
“Child #1 lacked a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1 who had an admission date of 8/21/25 had a health report dated 10/30/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 11/3/25 the file of Staff #1 lacked a valid PA Child Abuse Clearance. The file of Staff #1 contained a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 9/1/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“On 11/6/25 the telephone number of the nearest hospital was not posted by each telephone in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“On 11/6/25 the toilet located in the classroom bathroom lacked a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/6/25 observed a cracked blue square magna tile.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.131(d)(1) Child's health history
“The health report for Child #1 did not include a review of the child's health history.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 26, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file of Staff #1 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. The file of Staff #1 contained a health assessment, but the space which indicated the "name of the person examined" was blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
Jan 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/12/24. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 10/9/23 and 10/17/24. The inspection report dated 10/17/24 indicated 6 smoke detectors failed and 26 could not be tested, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 11/12/24. Child #1, a 4-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #1 had no documentation of Hepatitis A immunizations. Child #2, a 4-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of 1 Hepatitis A immunization. The files of Children #1 and #2 contained a standardized form titled "Exemption Letter from the Commonwealth of PA" instead of an exemption letter from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
Nov 8, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“On 11/12/24 observed children using Gillette Shaving Cream which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" for an art activity.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.131(a) Health information
“The file of Child #3 lacked a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #3, who had an admission date of 8/22/24, had a health report dated 11/11/24. The file of Child #5 lacked a health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #5, who had an admission date of 8/22/24, had a health report dated 10/28/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional annually. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected on 10/9/23 by a fire safety professional but did not provide documentation for 2024.”
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“On 11/12/24 the Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Emergency drills were not conducted annually. The facility provided documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 10/25/23 but no documentation for 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact and agreement for Child #1 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 4/29/24 with no reviews. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 3/19/24 with no reviews. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #3 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 3/13/24 with no reviews. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #4 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 3/13/24 with no reviews. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 3/13/24 with no reviews.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“On 11/12/24 observed Excedrin which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 3rd shelf in the 1st closet beside the kitchen area which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“Child #1, a 4-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #4 had no documentation of Hepatitis A immunizations. Child #5, a 4-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #5 had documentation of 1 Hepatitis A immunization.”
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 11/12/24 observed foam blocks with bite marks in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/12/24 observed wooden blocks with rough edges in the outdoor play space. On 11/12/24 observed cracked Magna Tiles with exposed magnets.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 12, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“On 11/12/24 the toilet located in the classroom lacked a handwashing sign. On 11/12/24 the toilets in the girls' bathroom located beside the classroom lacked handwashing signs. On 11/12/24 two urinals and one toilet in the boys' bathroom located beside the classroom lacked handwashing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“On 11/12/24 the hot water temperature at the sink located in the classroom was 111.4 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
Sep 5, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed 2 exposed bolts on the gate in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed 4 foam blocks with bite marks in an outdoor storage box located in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a foam football with pieces missing in an outdoor storage box located in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2024
Nov 29, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The files for children #1 and #2 were observed to contain original agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e) Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record
“The file for Child #2, a preschooler contained an immunization record that was not in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Specifically, the immunization record contained only one Hepatitis A vaccine on 04/28/22, the ACIP recommends two by the age of 2 years old.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that failed to indicate a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff person #1 was observed to lack documentation of evaluations during the first 18 months, as evidenced by an evaluation dated 12/12/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2024
Nov 17, 2022Inspection15 rules cited
3270.62(b) Play space - 65 square feet/child
“The Director reported the facility is utilizing an outdoor play space that has not been measured or licensed for use as childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“An outlet on the wall to the left when entering the gym from the hallway was observed to lack a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Two containers of hand sanitizer were observed to be stored in the center lap drawer of an unlocked desk in the measured childcare space”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“The "go" bag containing the first-aid kit was observed to be stored on a low bookshelf adjacent to the children's cubbies and therefore accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2022
3270.123(a) Signed
“The files for children #1, #3, #4 and #5 were observed to lack an Agreement that was signed by the operator.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The files for children #1, #2, #3 and #5 were observed to lack an Agreement that specified the date of the Child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were observed to contain an original agreement.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file for Child #1, and #2 was observed to lack an emergency contact form that included the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file for child #5 was observed to lack an emergency contact form that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for Child #5 was observed to lack an emergency contact form that included the release person's addresses.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2022
3270.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“The file for Child #3 was observed to lack written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP within 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #1 and Child #2 were observed to Lack written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department that the children had current influenza vaccinations.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff person #1 was observed to contain an associate degree, but the degree did not specify the field of study, therefore it was unable to be determined that the staff person was qualified to be an Assistant Group Supervisor as was documented on the Staff Data Worksheet. There was no documented child care experience in the staff person's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 28, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility was observed to have an Emergency Plan that did not include a statement regarding continuity of operations in the event of an emergency at the facility”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility lacked documentation of a manual test of the fire detection System once every 30 days”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2022
Jan 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file of child #2 lacked an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file of child #1 lacked a record of the flu vaccination and/or an exemption letter for this vaccination.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
3270.123(a)/3270.182(2) Signed /Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file of child #2 lacked an agreement; none was on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 7, 2022
Sep 22, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed 3 wooden shelving units and the wooden kitchen play set that were crush hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2021
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The girls' and boys' restroom lacked hand washing signs at the sinks, toilets, and urinals.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2021
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“The girls' and boys' restroom lacked lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2021
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The emergency plan lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2021
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“At the time of the inspection, there was not a posting of the phone numbers for the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Northern Cambria Learning Center
Is Northern Cambria Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Northern Cambria Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Northern Cambria Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 3, 2025, with 8 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Northern Cambria Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 30 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 28 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 Northern Cambria Learning Center care for?
24, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Northern Cambria Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Northern Cambria Learning Center's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (814) 472-6341 to confirm.
How much does Northern Cambria Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 472-6341 to ask.
What is Northern Cambria Learning Center's phone number?
(814) 472-6341.
Where is Northern Cambria Learning Center?
601 Joseph St, Northern Cambria, PA 15714. The nearest other daycare we list is Small Town Hope, 1 miles away.