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Penn Pals Child Care Center

1034 Blank Rd, Jeannette, PA 156444.0· 4 reviews
licensed capacity
102
open each week
5 days

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About Penn Pals Child Care Center

Penn Pals Child Care Center is a child care center in Jeannette, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 102 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 59 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
102 children

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Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
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Inspection reports for Penn Pals Child Care Center

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Capacity
102 children
Ages
School-age children
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 8, 2026: 29 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 59 rules in all · 59 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 16
  • Safety and hazards 11
  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Staff training and qualifications 8
  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Jun 8, 2026Inspection29 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “The lid to the hands-free covered can in the Young 3's Classroom did not open with the foot pedal mechanism. It was determined that a piece on the bottom of the can had come disconnected which did not allow the lid to lift.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “One emergency contact form was missing for a child receiving care in the lower level Older Toddler Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended

      “The information related to the method for a facility person to contact the parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation has arisen and then ended was not available for review in the emergency plan at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The emergency contact form for Child #6 lacked the policy number for the child's health coverage.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The file for Child #3 lacked a completed developmental assessment. The child has exceeded 6 months in care (refer to LIS Code Sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The files for Children #2 and #5 lacked a complete agreement that had been signed by the operator and the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “The refrigerator in the Older 3's Classroom was observed to have dried liquid and debris on the bottom shelf.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2026

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “Four infants were observed to be resting in cribs in the Infant Classroom without 2 feet of space on 3 sides.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “A small wooden table in the lower-level PreK Classroom was observed to wobble when touched.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “One cracked bin with a potential pinch point was observed in the Older 3's classroom. A child size couch in the PreK Classroom was observed to have a tear causing the inner foam to be exposed. In the outdoor play space, a small knobby ball was observed to be coated in dirt in the toddler area. Also in the outdoor play space, two dodgeballs were observed to have the polyurethane skin peeling from the ball.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually

      “The facility lacked verification that the emergency plan had been reviewed within the last 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(e) Letter to parents

      “The parent letter providing information on the emergency plan procedures lacked information related to the lock down procedures at the facility, how the parents will be contacted to notify them when an emergency arises and ends, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “A plant with sharp thorns was observed on the retaining wall in the outside play space. The plant was accessible to children receiving care in the outdoor play space creating a safety hazard. Two pairs of adult scissors were observed in a container on top of the cubby next to the door in the lower-level PreK Classroom. The scissors were accessible to children receiving care in the space. One pair of adult scissors were observed in an unlocked drawer in the upstairs kitchenette area. The gate leading from the upper-level Middle / School Age Classroom to the kitchenette was not latching allowing access to the kitchenette. Standing water was observed on one of the slides in the outdoor play structure.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit in the Young 3's Classroom only contained one small packet of gauze.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Exposed bolts were observed on the base of the toilet in the upper-level Middle/School age Classroom. The bolts on the base of the toilet in the Young 3s classroom were observed to have rust around the bolts.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

      “The files for Staff Person #1 and #7 lacked an initial tuberculosis screening that had been completed within 12 months of starting at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The health assessments on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 24 months between examinations dated 9.23.22 and 5.30.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a completed NSOR Certificate prior to starting in a child care taking position. Staff Person #1 was observed at naptime to be alone and providing care to 6 young toddlers, 1 older toddler and 1 older school ager. The updates to the Child Abuse Clearance on file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between clearances dated 4.19.21 and 4.29.26. The files for Staff Persons #4, #5, #6 and #7 were observed to contain disclosure statements for Volunteer purposes. Volunteer disclosure statements are not acceptable for employment in a child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children

      “At approximately 1:25pm Staff Person #1 was observed to be caring for 6 young toddlers, 1 older toddler and 1 older school age child. The older school age child was not on rest equipment. Naptime ratios are only applicable when all children receiving care in the child care space are on appropriate rest equipment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “One uncovered electrical outlet was observed near the meal prep area in the Infant Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “A staff person's open personal bag was observed to contain a deodorant stick in an unlocked closet in the lower-level Middle / School age Classroom. Preschool and toddler age children do pass through the lower-level Middle / School age Classroom to go to the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “A bottle containing a cleaning solution was observed in the locked bathroom cabinet in the Older 3's Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid and CPR training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The facility exceeded 30 days between smoke/fire alarm testing on 9.12.25 and 10.15.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.241(b)(10) Child health. Sections 3270.131-3270.134(a) and 3270.136-3270.138.

      “The file for Child #4, a young school ager, lacked a current health report that had been completed when the child was 5. The file contained a health report that had been completed when the child turned 4 and is not acceptable as an equivalent health report for a school.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The files for Staff Person #6 and #7 lacked verification of education to qualify them for a position at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “The facility has not maintained illness reports in the accident file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “One unlabeled bottle, intended for a child in care, was observed in the upper-level Toddler Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “The updates to the health reports on file for Child #1, a preschool age child, exceeded 12 months between reports dated 1.13.25 and 3.26.26.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 8, 2026

  2. Jun 26, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training

      “The file for Staff Person #7 included approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR trainings dated 11.5.22-24 and 5.30.25-27. Staff Person #7 did complete a K-12 first aid and CPR training on 2.27.24 however it was not an approved curriculum or with a PQAS instructor. This resulted in them not having an approved training completed between 11.24 and 5.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The file for Staff Person #4 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training. Staff Person #4 has exceeded 90 days of employment at the facility at this time (refer to LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 8, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff Person #6 lacked a current NSOR Certificate. The most recent NSOR Certificate on file was dated 6.16.20. The NSOR Certificates on file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 60 months between updates. This was evidenced by NSOR Certificates dated 1.6.20 and 5.30.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The updates to the health reports on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 24 months between exams on 9.28.22 and 5.29.25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(5) Original label

      “An expired bottle of infant acetaminophen was observed in the Older Toddler Classroom downstairs. An expired Albuterol Inhaler was observed in the locked medication bin in the School Age closet downstairs.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(3) Name on bottle

      “An unlabeled bottle of gas relief drops was observed in a child's bin inside the locked cabinet under the changing table in the Infant Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The file for Child #1 lacked the complete addresses for 3 of the release persons listed for the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “Behind the shed in the outdoor play space a winterberry holly bush was observed to have grown over into the space. The winterberry holly bush is a considered a toxic plant.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for Staff Person #4, who was identified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked verification of education to qualify them for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 3, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.36(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED, 15 credits + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

      “The file for Staff Person #1, identified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked verification of 1 year experience to qualify them for the position.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 23, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The health assessment on file for Staff Person #3 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025

  3. Apr 22, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited

      “Staff Persons #1 and #2 have restrained Child #1 by holding the child on their lap and wrapping their arms and a leg around the child or by "hugging" the child. This restricted the child's ability to move freely. Staff reported this only occurred when the child was exhibiting behaviors that placed the other children in care at risk of harm.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025

  4. Jun 5, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan

      “The facility lacked verification that they had participated in an annual emergency drill within the last 12 months. The last documented emergency drill was completed on 12.6.22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

      “The health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 lacked information verifying that they had been examined for communicable diseases and that results of that examination. The health assessment also lacked information from the physician of their assessment of the Staff Person's suitability to provide child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a current health assessment. The most recent health assessment on file was dated 8.11.21. The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #5 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 4.13.22 and 6.1.24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “The written emergency transportation plan posted in the classrooms at the facility lacked information related to staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked the addresses for the release persons listed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “Exposed bolts were observed on the fence in the outdoor play space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “The telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were missing at the telephone in the lower-level Toddler Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “An unlabeled spray bottle containing a cleaning solution was observed in the locked cabinet above the toilet in the lower-level Middle Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a written staff evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff Person #1 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for a DHS FBI clearance prior to starting. An FBI clearance for DOE purposes was observed on file upon starting. A DOE FBI clearance is not acceptable for employment in a child care facility. The FBI clearance for DHS purposes was dated 15 days after Staff Person #1 started at the facility. The updates to the State Police Clearances on file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months. This was evidenced by State Police Clearances dated 5.4.19 and 5.29.24. The updates to the State Police, Child Abuse and FBI Clearances for Staff Person #5 exceeded 60 months. The State Police and Child Abuse Clearances on file were dated 3.5.19 and 5.28.24. The FBI Clearances were dated 3.7.19 and 5.30.24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “In the kitchenette area outside of the lower-level Toddler Classroom a large knife was observed in an unlocked drawer. Young School Agers were observed to be receiving care in the lower-level Toddler Classroom and would have passed through the Kitchenette allowing access to the unlocked drawer where the knife was observed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The file for Staff Person #3 lacked verification that they had completed the required 1-hour health and safety training update.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “In the lower-level Preschool Classroom one cracked bin with a potential pinch point was observed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2024

  5. Mar 1, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “An accident/injury report for child #1 was completed and given to the parent on 2/19/24 and was not given to the parent on the day of the incident that occurred on 2/16/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, child #1 scribbled permanent marker on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 attempted to remove the permanent marker on child #1 by using baby oil and then rubbing it with a Magic Eraser as a result the child sustained burns on skin.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(d) Liquid or powdered soap

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, child #1 scribbled permanent marker on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 attempted to remove the permanent marker on child #1 by using baby oil and then rubbing it with a Magic Eraser. Liquid or powdered soap was not used.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, staff person #1, staff person #2 and 12 older toddlers were present in the OT room. All of the children were on their cots getting ready to nap. Child #1 was next staff person #2. Child #1 picked up the staff person's permanent marker off of the floor and scribbled on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not see the child draw on themselves. Staff person #2 stated approximately one minute went by until they looked over and saw child #1 with scribbled marker on themselves.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

  6. Mar 1, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file

      “An accident/injury report for child #1 was completed and given to the parent on 2/19/24 and was not given to the parent on the day of the incident that occurred on 2/16/24.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, child #1 scribbled permanent marker on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 attempted to remove the permanent marker on child #1 by using baby oil and then rubbing it with a Magic Eraser as a result the child sustained burns on skin.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(d) Liquid or powdered soap

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, child #1 scribbled permanent marker on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 attempted to remove the permanent marker on child #1 by using baby oil and then rubbing it with a Magic Eraser. Liquid or powdered soap was not used.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “Based on interviews with staff, on 2/16/24, staff person #1, staff person #2 and 12 older toddlers were present in the OT room. All of the children were on their cots getting ready to nap. Child #1 was next staff person #2. Child #1 picked up the staff person's permanent marker off of the floor and scribbled on both of their hands, ankles and right cheek. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not see the child draw on themselves. Staff person #2 stated approximately one minute went by until they looked over and saw child #1 with scribbled marker on themselves.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024

  7. Aug 15, 2023Inspection27 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the complete address for the release person listed.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information

      “The emergency contact form for Child #3 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The file for Child #1 lacked an agreement that had been signed by the operator and the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.107 Refrigerator

      “The small refrigerator in the Downstairs Middle Classroom was missing an operable thermometer.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “The file #3 lacked verification that the child had received an annual influenza vaccination as recommended by the ACIP. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “A cracked lid with potential pinch points was observed on a bin containing wooden blocks in the Upstairs Middle Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kit in the Infant Classroom was missing tape.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(b) Original container

      “An unlabeled spray bottle was observed in the cabinet above the toilet in the Younger 3 Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “An open cabinet containing toxic cleaning products was observed over the toilet in the downstairs Middle Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “A power strip was observed behind the refrigerator in the downstairs Middle Classroom. Outlet covers were missing from electrical sockets on the power strip.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations

      “The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a written staff evaluation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 5, 2023

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “The file for Staff Person #2 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI Clearance prior to starting in a child care taking position. A completed FBI clearance was not on file until 100 days after starting at the facility. The file for Staff Person #4 lacked verification that they had been fingerprinted for their FBI Clearance prior to starting in a child care taking position. A completed FBI was completed 1 day after starting at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(7) Medication log

      “A medication log was missing for a Children's Ibuprofen in the Upstairs Middle Classroom. A Medication log was missing for an Ibuprofen in the Younger 3 Classroom. A medication log was missing for an Albuterol Inhaler in the downstairs Middle Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Transportation

      3270.124(d) Excursions

      “At the time the children were departing for a field trip, the emergency contact forms for 1 Older and 7 Young School Age children were not present in the school van. The emergency contact forms were present with Staff on the school bus that was also going on the field trip.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB

      “The file for Staff Person #4 lacked a tuberculosis screening that had been completed within 12 months prior to starting at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The updates to the health assessments on file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 24 months between examinations on 5.8.19 and 6.10.22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “The file for Staff Persons #3, #5 and #6 lacked completion of their 1 hour health and safety training by 12.30.22. The health and safety training updates were completed on 2.2.23 for Staff Persons #3 and #5 and on 1.2.23 for Staff Person #6. The file for Staff Person #7 lacked completion of their 1 hour health and safety training update within 90 days of starting at the facility (refer to LIS code sheet).”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “Staff person #4 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): 3270.31(f)(10): pediatric first-aid and CPR. The training on file was not completed with a PQAS instructor.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “The written emergency transportation plan posted in the classrooms was missing information related to staffing provisions in the event of an emergency related to a child needing to be transported to emergency care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.61(i) Measurement and use of indoor child care space

      “Upon arrival to the facility at 9:00am a total of 104 children were present. The facility has a total measured capacity of 102 children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “The file for Staff Person #1 lacked 3 of their required 12 hours of annual child care training in their respective training year of 12.19.21-12.18.22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity

      “Upon arrival to the facility, 30 school age children were observed in the Upstairs Middle Classroom. It was reported that there had been 29 school age children in the Downstairs Middle Classroom prior to them going to the school buses, which was where these 29 children were observed. The Upstairs and Downstairs Middle Classrooms both have a measured capacity of 21 children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 16, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

      “The emergency contact form and financial agreement for Child #3 exceeded 6 months between updates on 5.13.21 and 9.16.22.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “Two unlabeled bottles were observed in the Infant Classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The health assessment on file for Staff Person #4 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers

      “A Staff Person in the Infant Classroom was observed to dispose of a soiled diaper by lifting the lid with their hand. The hands-free foot pedal was not used to allow for appropriate disposal of a soiled diaper.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.135(c) Diapering area not used for food prep

      “The sink that is used to wash hands following diapering of children was reported to be used to also prepare bottles in the Infant Classroom. This sink is considered part of the diapering area and may not be used for food preparation.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2023

  8. Aug 17, 2022Inspection16 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training

      “The file for Facility Person #10 lacked completion of the required health and safety trainings .31(f)1-9 within 90 days of starting at the facility. The training was completed 161 days after starting at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4) Contact when arises/Contact when ended

      “The emergency plan on file at the time of the inspection lacked information related to the method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency situation arises and when it has ended and how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.241(b)(10) Child health. Sections 3270.131-3270.134(a) and 3270.136-3270.138.

      “The file for Child #2, a school age child, lacked an updated equivalent health report or a child care health assessment. The last health assessment on file was completed when the child was 4 years of age.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity

      “At approximately 3:17pm Facility Person #4 was observed in the Older 3 year old classroom with 10 preschool age children. The classroom has a measured capacity of 9. At approximately 3:19pm Facility Person's #12 and #13 were observed to be caring for 11 preschool age children in the Younger 3 classroom. The classroom has a measured capacity of 10 children. At approximately 3:28pm Facility Person's #14 and #15 were observed in the Middle Room- lower level to be caring for 22 children . The classroom has a measured capacity of 21 children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan

      “The emergency plan on file at the time of the inspection lacked information as to where the facility would evacuate the children away from the facility in the event of an emergency.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.31(e) Age and Training

      “The file for Facility Person #3 lacked 8 of their annual 12 hours of child care training. The file for Facility Person #4 lacked 1 of their annual 12 hours of child care training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 21, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a)/3270.131(c) Health information/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

      “The file for Child #1 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of starting at the facility. A health assessment was observed on file however it has not been completed by the child's physician.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The health assessments on file for Facility Person's #1, #2, #3 and #4 exceeded 24 months between update. The file for Facility Person #7, a rehire, lacked an initial health assessment within 12 months prior to restart.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(2) Written instructions

      “A Diazepam Nasal Spray was observed in the medication box for Child #1. The facility lacked the written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete

      “The health assessment on file for Child #3 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and that age appropriate health screenings recommended by the AAP were conducted since the time of the previous health report.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(4) Acute or chronic health problem

      “The health report on file for Child #3 lacked information related to an assessment of health problems or special needs and any recommendations for treatment or services.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.123(a) Signed

      “The file for Child #2 lacked a completed agreement that had been signed by the operator and the parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(f) 2 feet apart

      “Three cribs were observed end to end in the Infant Room. The middle crib was not in use but infants were observed in the two cribs to the left and right of the middle crib. The middle crib did not allow for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of the crib on the right or 2 feet of space on 2 sides for the crib on the left. The crib on the left was in a corner allowing for 2 feet on 2 sides.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.75(c) Has all items

      “The first aid kits in the PreK classroom Downstairs and the Young Toddler classroom downstairs were observed to be missing tape.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file for Facility Person's #5, #7, #8 and #10 lacked a current disclosure statement. The files for Facility Person's #9 and #10 lacked a current disclosure statement and the disclosure statements on file lacked a witness signature. The file for Facility Person #7 lacked an FBI clearance that had been completed for Child Care Employment purposes. The FBI clearance on file was completed for Department of Education purposes. The files for Facility Person's #8 and #11 lacked completion of their mandated reporter training within 90 days of starting at the facility. Facility Person #8 completed the training 135 days after starting. Facility Person #11 completed the training 96 days after starting.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment

      “The health assessments on file for Facility Person's #1, #6, #8 and #10 lacked information related to an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician's assessment of their suitability to provide child care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is Penn Pals Child Care Center licensed?

Yes. Penn Pals Child Care Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Penn Pals Child Care Center last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 8, 2026, with 29 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Penn Pals Child Care Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 59 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 59 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 Penn Pals Child Care Center care for?

102, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Penn Pals Child Care Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Penn Pals Child Care Center'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 Penn Pals Child Care Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 744-3311 to ask.

What is Penn Pals Child Care Center's phone number?

(724) 744-3311.

Where is Penn Pals Child Care Center?

1034 Blank Rd, Jeannette, PA 15644. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School at Harrison Park Elementary, 1.7 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).