Learning Through Play Childcare Center
Punxsutawney, PA 15767 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Playhouse Children's Center
- licensed capacity
- 134
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Playhouse Children's Center
Playhouse Children's Center is a child care center in Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 134 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 134 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: From infancy through school age |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | Certified in pediatric CPR and first aid |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Child Care Works |
| Licensed capacity | 134 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Playhouse Children's Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Playhouse Children's Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 134 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00246229
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 23, 2025: 10 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Sep 23, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #3 are dated 7/28/23 and 8/1/25, which are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed that the toilets in the hallway bathroom were lacking handwashing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #2 does not contain an NSOR certificate prior to the time of hire (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #7 contains a State Police Clearance without a dissemination date, making it invalid. The file for Staff Person #8 contains a Child Abuse Clearance dated 8/29/25, and a NSOR certificate dated 8/27/25, which are both after their hire date (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The 30-day fire detection testing log on file at the facility listed dates of testing from 10/4/24-11/4/24, 1/3/25-2/3/25, 3/3/25-4/24/25, 4/24/25-6/23/25, and 8/15/25-9/23/25, which are all more than 30 days between testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The two most recent Pediatric Firs-Aid/CPR training certificates on file for Staff Person #6 are dated 9/12/22 and 10/25/24, which are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent mandated reporter training on file for Staff Person #5 are dated 7/22/20 and 7/23/25, and for Staff Person #6 are dated 9/17/20 and 1/20/25, which are more than 60 months apart. Staff Person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log on file at the facility listed dates of testing of 10/4/24-12/4/24, which are more than 60 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“It was observed in the pink infant room that there were bottles that were not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Center-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff Person #4 has completed the health and safety course titled "Get Started with Center Bases Care: Building Blocks for Quality (10 Hours) dated 1/30/22 but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 (1 hour) training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2025
Sep 30, 2024Inspection21 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“The file lacked documentation that the operator sent the most recent copy of the emergency plan to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2024
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The files for staff #2 and 3 lack two of the required 12 annual hours of child care training. The file for staff #8 lacks four of the required annual hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 9/30/24, naptime was observed. The orange and yellow room were not lighted enough to be able to supervise the children who were napping in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the Yellow Room, where toddlers receive care, observed foam blocks and wooden pegs that had a diameter of less than an inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There were three exposed bolts observed on the inside of the fence between the cement area and the mulched area.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.78 Lighting
“On 9/30/24, naptime was observed. The orange and yellow room were not lighted enough to be able to see the children who were napping in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“In the cafeteria where the children eat their lunch, observed food, previously eaten by the children in a receptacle that did not have a lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed a toxic Peace Lily located in the Green Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff #1, who holds the title of aide, lacks verification of an 8th grade education. The file for staff #3, who holds the title of assistant group supervisor, lacks 500 hours of child care experience. The file for staff #6, who holds the title of aide, lacks verification of an 8th grade education and 2500 hours of child care experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #7, who was a provisional hire, lacks an NSOR within 45 days of hire. SEE IS CODE SHEET. The file for staff #8 lacks a DHS FBI clearance within the past 12 months. This is evidenced by the most current FBI clearance on file which is dated 8/21/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii) Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility
“There was more than 12 months between fire safety trainings on file for staff #5. This is evidenced by the fire safety trainings on file which are dated 8/29/23 and 9/17/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for child #2 lacked the work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacked the address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. The emergency contact information on file for children #2 and 3 lacked the name, address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The fee agreements on file for children #1 and 2 were the originals. Therefore, the original was not provided to the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact information on file for child #7 lacked information on the child's special needs, as specified by the parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“There was more than six months between reviews of the emergency plan and fee agreements for children # 3, 4, 5, and 6. Dates were as follows: Child #3 - 9/6/23 and 4/24/24, Child #4 - 3/21/24 and 10/1/24, Child #5 - 1/4/24 and 8/20/24, and Child #6 - 11/23/23 and 7/29/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“There was more than six months between health reports on file for child #7, who is a young toddler. This is evidenced by the health reports on file which are dated 8/16/23 and 10/2/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“There was more than 12 months between health reports on file for child #3, who an older toddler. This is evidenced by the health reports on file which are dated 9/11/23 and 10/3/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2024
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The most current health assessment on file for staff #9 lacks an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was more than 30 days between fire detection tests on file for dates of 12/22/23 and 1/26/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 26, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for child #1 lacked a child service report within the past six months. The last child service report was completed in the Fall of 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 25, 2024
Sep 27, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“There was more than 60 months between the previous mandated reporter training and the current mandated reporter trainings on file for staff #17 and 18. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated - Staff #17 - 11/8/17 and 11/27/22 and Staff #18 - 8/19/21 and 8/30/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The files for staff #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18. 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 and 25 lack the one hear health and safety updated which was required by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The files for children #1 and 4 lack documentation of a flu shot within the past year as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“There was more than 24 months between the previous and most current and updated health assessments on file for staff #7, 10, 11 and 22.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for child #6, who is of preschool age, lacks an updated health assessment within the past 12 months. There was more than 12 months between the previous and most current and updated health assessment on file for child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the outdoor play space, observed that the grey climbing wall was starting to crack on two sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“There was more than six months between reviews of the emergency plan and fee agreements on file for children #2 and 6. There are now current updates on file. The last update of the fee agreement and emergency contact information on file for children #4 and 5 was not dated within the past 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 lacked an FBI on or before initial start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now an FBI clearance on file and dated 9/19/23. There was more than 60 months between PA State Police clearances on file for staff #25. This is evidenced by the dates of 8/2/18 and 8/4/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023
Sep 15, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.182(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The files for children #1, 2, 3 and 6 lack a flu shot within the past year as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #1 lacks 1 of the 2 required HEP A vaccinations as in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact information on file for child #6 lacks the addresses of all persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“The outside doors which lead from the Blue and Brown room directly to the outside play space, had peeling paint around each of the door frames.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On the outside of the Brown exit door which leads directly to the outdoor play space, observed that the weather strip on the bottom of the door was coming loose, causing a tripping hazard to the children in care. In the blue room, observed that the top landing area of the reading loft had fraying carpet at the edge of the landing causing a tripping hazard to the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.71 Heat Source
“In the green room, observed a lizard in a glass terrarium which had a heat lamp on top of the terrarium. The lamp measured at 136 degrees Fahrenheit and there were not protective guards or insulation to prevent direct contact.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Mandated reporter training for staff #6 was not provided within 90 days of hire. There is current mandated reporter on file and dated 3/4/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff #1 lacked an NSOR on or before initial start date in a child care position. There is now an NSOR on file and dated 3/8/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET. The file for staff #6, who was a provisional hire, provided an application for the NSOR. However, the NSOR was not on file within 45 days. NSOR is now on file and dated 3/4/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET. There was more than 60 months between the State Police and Child Abuse clearances on file for staff #7. Dates are as follows: PSP - 10/14/16 and 1/13/22. Child Abuse - 11/1/16 and 1/13/22. The file for staff #8, who was a provisional hire, contained an application for a Child Abuse clearance on or before start date. However, the Child Abuse clearance was not on file within 45 days. There is a current Child Abuse clearance on file and dated 3/2/22. Additionally, staff #8 lacked an out of state National Sex Offender Registry check and out of state Child Abuse clearance on or before start date in a child care position. There is now an out of state NSOR check on file and dated 10/12/22 and out of state Child Abuse clearance and dated 1/14/22. DHS FBI is on file and Florida is NFF state. SEE LIS CODE SHEET.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff persons #1 and 8 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire. CPR/FA. There is now training on file and dated - Staff #1 - 9/12/22. Staff #8 -6/26/22. Staff persons #5 and 6 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire. Building Blocks for Quality Health and Safety Training. There is now training on file and dated - #5 - 2/23/22. #6- 2/9/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.131(a) Health information
“The initial health report for child #6 was not provided within 90 days of enrollment (regulatory suspensions allowing 90 days for initial health report. A health assessment is now on file and dated 8/24/22. SEE LIS CODE SHEET.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The two references on file for staff #4 were references from family.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“There was more than 6 months between the previous and most current reviews of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement on file for children #3, 4, 5, 7 and 8. Reviews are now current.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #4 lacked a TB screening by the Mantoux method and the results of that results of the test.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff #1 lacks a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. There is no health assessment on file. There was more than 24 months between the previous and most current and updated health assessments on file for facility persons #3 and 4.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan lacked a continuity of operations plan for the aftermath of a disaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Playhouse Children's Center
Is Playhouse Children's Center licensed?
Yes. Playhouse Children's Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Playhouse Children's Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 23, 2025, with 10 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Playhouse Children's Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 31 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Playhouse Children's Center care for?
134, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Playhouse Children's Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Playhouse Children's Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Playhouse Children's Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 591-5934 to ask.
What is Playhouse Children's Center's phone number?
(814) 591-5934.
Where is Playhouse Children's Center?
218 Lane Ave, Punxsutawney, PA 15767. The nearest other daycare we list is KCE Champions LLC at Punxsutawney Area, 0.8 miles away.