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189 West Creek Rd, Saint Marys, PA
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Our Lil Blessings Daycare is a child care center in Saint Marys, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 39 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 90 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 39 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Our Lil Blessings Daycare has not listed its tuition.
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 31, 2026: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 90 rules in all · 58 corrected
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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3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed in the infant room, measured childcare space, a power strip lacking protective outlet covers in 5 receptacles. Observed in the main room, 1 exposed power strip on a cabinet lacking protective receptacles covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of reviewing staff files, the file of staff #1 lacked an NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 31, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation staff #2 received training of the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 had not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety trainings part 1 and part 2; and Pediatric first Aid and CPR.”
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the inspection, documentation of testing the smoke detection system could not be produced by staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Handwashing signs were not posted at the diaper changing table and the sink in the young toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file of staff #2 had a health assessment and TB dated 7-10-26 which was after their start date and date in care with children (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.94(a)(9) Written record
“At the time of the inspection, documentation of the fire drill log could not be produced by staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed in the main room near the library area, a hole in the wall exposing plaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed in the infant room, measured childcare space, carpet cleaner, Lysol and cleaning solution accessible due to the fact it was stored on the diaper changing table.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #3 lacked a current health assessment due to the fact the most recent one on file was dated: 12-23-24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the enrolling parent's work address.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the files of children #3 and #4 lacked emergency contact forms with the full addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26, the file of staff #1 lacked documentation of reviewing the emergency plan annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with their arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the files of children #1, #2, #3, and #5 had the original agreements rather than copies. Therefore, the originals were not given to the parents.”
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Third citation previously cited on 2-2-26 and 4-6-26. On 5-5-26 the file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the pick up drop off procedures were not posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 there were not feeding schedules for children #8 and #9, both infants.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 observed staff #1 caring for children and their file lacked documentation of TB test results.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #1 lacked an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #3 lacked a current health assessment due to the fact the most recent one on file was dated: 12-23-24.”
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26, the files of children #3 and #4 lacked documentation parents reviewed the emergency contact forms and agreements every 6 months. The file of child #5 lacked documentation parents reviewed the agreement every 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26, observe 5 infants and 3 young toddlers in the pre-school room but copies of their emergency contact forms were not present in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the files of children #3 and #4 lacked emergency contact forms with the full addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the enrolling parent's work address.”
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the files of children #1, #2, #3, and #5 had the original agreements rather than copies. Therefore, the originals were not given to the parents.”
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.”
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with their arrival and departure times.”
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the files of children #3, #4, and #5 lacked child service reports every 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 the file of child #5 lacked and agreement with the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26 observed child #6, an infant sleeping in a bouncer. Therefore, not in the supine position.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26, the thermometers in the refrigerators in the toddler room and preschool room were broken and did not give a reading.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26, observed in the pre-school room a section of the pink colored wall located in the back of the room had a large section of the wall with peeling wallpaper/paint.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Second citation, CPSL previously cited. On 4-1-26 the file of staff #1 lacked a dated Disclosure statement; staff #1 was observed caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26. On 4-1-26, the file of staff #2 lacked documentation of reviewing the emergency plan annually.”
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Second citation previously cited on 2-2-26, On 4-1-26, observed staff #4 WITH 5 infants and 3 young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the enrolling parent's work address.”
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The files of children #1, #2, #3, and #5 had the original agreements rather than copies. Therefore, the originals were not given to the parents.”
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.”
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with their arrival and departure times.”
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files of children #3, #4, and #5 lacked child service reports every 6 months.”
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The file of child #5 lacked and agreement with the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“Observed child #7, an infant placed on their back to sleep. Observed child #2, an infant sleeping in a bouncer.”
3270.107 Refrigerator
“At the time of the inspection, the thermometer in the refrigerator in the toddler room was broken and did not give a reading.”
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a broken plastic basket in the toddler room. Observed a brown 4X2 shelf not secured causing a fall risk and crush points.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed in the pre-school room a section of the pink colored wall located in the back of the room had a large section of the wall with peeling wallpaper/paint and the blue wall located in the front of the room near the main entrance door had a section of the wall with a hole and exposed plaster.”
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files of staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of reviewing the emergency plan annually.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files of staff #2 and #3 lacked documentation of completing fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Butt Paste brand diaper cream labeled "keep out of the reach of children" stored in the top draw of the teacher's desk in the pre-school room accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed in the infant room a power strip plugged into the wall. The power strip had 5 receptacles not covered and accessible due to the fact it was located on the floor and some infants were mobile.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“Upon arrival and for the duration of the inspection, staff #6 was out of ratio due to the fact the following children were in her care: 1 infant, 2 young toddlers, 2 older toddlers, and 1 pre-school aged child.”
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“The file of staff #3, an AGS lacked documentation of 2 years' experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file of staff #5 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files of staff #1 and #2 completed Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: staff #1 1-12-26 and 1-11-21; staff #2 1-12-26 and 9-25-20.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of the inspection, observe children #1, #4, and #6 in the pre-school room but copies of their emergency contact forms were not present in that space.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #4 lacked the FBI; and had the NSOR dated after their date in care with children due to the fact it was dated 6-13-25 (see LIS code sheet). The file of staff #5 was observed caring for children and lacked the PA Child Abuse, FBI, and NSOR clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files of children #3 and #4 lacked emergency contact forms with the full addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files of children #3 and #4 lacked documentation parents reviewed the emergency contact forms and agreements every 6 months. The file of child #5 lacked documentation parents reviewed the agreement every 6 months.”
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file of child #3 lacked a current health assessment due to the fact the most recent one on file was dated: 12-23-24.”
3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file of child #1 lacked an exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian.”
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file of staff #5 lacked a health assessment and staff #5 was observed caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“At the time of the inspection, there were not feeding schedules for children #8 and #9, both infants.”
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“At the time of the inspection, the pick up drop off procedures were not posted.”
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“Teh file of staff #5 lacked verification of child care experience and education.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“The file of staff #5 lacked the results of the tuberculin skin tests and was observed caring for children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.133 Child Medication and Special Diets
“Observed expired medication for child #1 due to the fact the Orajel was expired 3/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The file of child #3 lacked documentation of parent review of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files of children #1, #2, #4, and #5 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #2 lacked emergency contact form with the complete work address and work phone number of the enrolling parent. The file of child #5 lacked emergency contact form with the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The files of children #2 and #5 lacked emergency contact forms with information on the child's special needs or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file of child #1 lacked a child service report: information to the family about the child's growth and development”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the amount of the fee to be charged.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of reviewing the written policy for Shaken Babay Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment for the new legal entity the policy was still under the name of the previous LE.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #3 lacked out of state clearances. The file of staff #2 lacked a current Child Abuse Clearance due to the fact the one on file was dated 3-17-20. The file of staff #1 had clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 9-3-24 and 6-21-19.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.37(b)(2)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade & enrolled in training/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file of staff #4, an aide lacked proof of minimum of an 8th grade education.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in the preschool room a brown and tan craft table with 2 loose front legs. Observed in the room adjacent to the preschool room a black table with loose legs. Observed in the room located to the far right of the preschool room a black table with loose legs.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed in the toddler room a brown pack and play not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files of children #2 and #3 lacked health assessments at the time of initial enrollment due to the fact the assessment for child #2 was dated 4-1-24 with an enrollment date of 1-29-24; and the enrollment date of child #3 was 11-7-23 with no initial health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on the smoke detection testing log, testing of the smoke detectors occurred more than 30 days apart on the following dates: 1-2-25 to 2-2-25 = 31 days; 2-2-25 to 3-13-25 = 39 days; 3-13-25 to the day of the inspection 4-23-25 = 41 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of staff #1 completed Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: 8-31-24 and 5-2-19.”
Correction date in the state record: May 5, 2025
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FAQ
Yes. Our Lil Blessings Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 31, 2026, with 10 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 90 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 58 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.
39, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 834-3918 to ask.
(814) 834-3918.
625 Maurus St Ste A, Saint Marys, PA 15857. The nearest other daycare we list is Always Bettering Children Daycare, 0.9 miles away.