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Precious Years Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 58
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Precious Years Day Care
Precious Years Day Care is a child care center in Hickory, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 58 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 58 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 58 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Precious Years Day Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 58 children
- License number
- #CER-00250720
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 7
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Food and nutrition 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jul 20, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp metal bolts protruding from the chain link fence by the gates to the outdoor play spaces and sharp metal ties protruding from the chain link fence surrounding the outdoor play space for preschool children posed a potential hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Protective receptacle covers were not placed in (2) electrical outlets on a power strip that was plugged into an electrical outlet on the wall in room 12, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The record for staff person #1 included an FBI clearance dated 6/11/2026, which was following their first day caring for children, and lacked an NSOR verification certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
Jan 9, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A sharp metal bolt was protruding from the wall by the heater in room 11.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
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 #1 and #2 were dated more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The two most recent inspections of the fire detection system occurred more than 1 year apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“The sink in room 11 was not at a proper height for the children using it for handwashing and did not have steps for it to be easily approached.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“A sharp metal staple was sticking out of the top of a shelving unit in room 12; and the vinyl window shades in room 11 were torn.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #1, a young toddler, lacked a current health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Staff person #2 did not obtain a minimum of 12 clock hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
Jul 11, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“A protective cover was not placed in a receptacle on an extension cord that was plugged into an electrical outlet in the McCarty Room, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The interconnected fire detection system was not tested every 30 days during the time period between 5/12 to 6/26/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Peeled paint was observed on the chalkboard trays in room 10 and 11.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Sharp metal bolts were protruding from the chain link fence by the entrance gates to the outdoor play spaces; and prickly weeds were growing by the playhouses in the outdoor play spaces, which posed a potential hazard to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The sink faucet in the playhouse in the outdoor play space was broken with sharp edges, which posed a potential hazard for children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2025
Jan 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The record for child #1 contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
Jan 24, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Staff #2 and #3 were present in room #11 with a group of 8 children, including 6 infants and 2 younger toddlers; Each of the staff were assigned the responsibility for supervision of 4 specific children and when staff #2 was asked to name the 4 children in their assigned supervision group, they were unable to identify them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“A source of running water for handwashing was not present in the infant and toddler diapering areas in room #10 and #11.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“A handwashing sign was not posted at the diapering areas in room #10 and #11.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“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: May 26, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff person #1 participated in fire safety training conducted on 6/30/2023, which was more than 1 year following their previous fire safety training conducted on 5/26/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“The operator did not document in writing their annual review of the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The operator's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the prevention of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“A bottle in room #11 was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
Jan 31, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“A written plan of daily activities was not posted in the gross motor room and the Phillips room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.81 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass entrance doors to the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.71 Heat Source
“A ventless gas heater that was not equipped with protective guards was observed in an unlocked kitchen off the gross motor room making it accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“The following cleaning materials and other toxics labeled keep out of the reach of children were observed in areas accessible to children in care: containers of ice melt were sitting on the floor by the exit doors in the building; wall mounted hand sanitizer dispensers were hung on the walls in the gross motor room; a plug-in air freshener was in use in the Phillips room; odor absorbing gel containers were sitting on the floor in unlocked women's and men's bathrooms off of the gross motor room; and cleaning materials (glass cleaner, multi-surface bleach cleaner and 409 multi-purpose cleaner) were stored on a shelf in an unlocked kitchen off the gross motor room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Sharp adult scissors (3 pairs) were observed in an unlocked drawer in an unlocked kitchen off the gross motor room, accessible and posing a potential threat to the health and safety of children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“In the Phillips room, the water temperature in the utility sink was 120° F and the water temperature in the bathroom sink was 117° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Trash that was possibly contaminated by human secretions was contained in plastic-lined receptacles that were not closed in the following areas: the gross motor room and in the hallway outside the PS classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“A first-aid kit was observed in an unlocked drawer in an unlocked kitchen off the gross motor room making it accessible to children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for staff #1 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2023
Mar 24, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*SECOND VIOLATION: On 3/24/22 at 1:15 PM, Staff #1 was observed walking through the hallway of the building into the Young Toddler Room. Upon entry to the YT room, Staff #1 was present with 5 YT with no other staff present. When asked whom was supervising the children when Staff #1 was in the hallway, Staff #1 reported no other staff were present and the children were alone. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00198726 ON 1/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“**SECOND VIOLATION: On 3/24/22 at 1:15 PM, Staff #1 was observed walking through the hallway of the building into the Young Toddler Room. Upon entry to the YT room, Staff #1 was present with 5 YT with no other staff present. When asked whom was supervising the children when Staff #1 was in the hallway, Staff #1 reported no other staff were present and the children were alone. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00198726 ON 1/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“SECOND VIOLATION:On 3/24/22 at 1:15 PM, Staff #1 was observed walking through the hallway of the building into the Young Toddler Room. Upon entry to the YT room, Staff #1 was present with 5 YT with no other staff present. When asked whom was supervising the children when Staff #1 was in the hallway, Staff #1 reported no other staff were present and the children were alone. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00198726 ON 1/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“SECOND VIOLATION: On 3/24/22 at 1:15 PM, Staff #1 was observed walking through the hallway of the building into the Young Toddler Room. Upon entry to the YT room, Staff #1 was present with 5 YT with no other staff present. When asked whom was supervising the children when Staff #1 was in the hallway, Staff #1 reported no other staff were present and the children were alone. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON SIN-00198726 ON 1/27/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2022
Jan 21, 2022Inspection17 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The observed emergency plan lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.181(c)/3270.181(d) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Dated signature affixed
“The file for Child #3 contained a most recent update to the emergency contact and agreement forms which was dated more than 6 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Staff #1 contained documentation of an initial tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method which was dated after the first day of employment in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1 contained an initial health assessment dated after the first day of employment in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the gross motor room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form which lacked the address for a release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for Child #1contained an emergency contact form which lacked the address and telephone number of the child's medical provider.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At 11:45 AM on 1/27/22, Staff #2 left the Infant Room to enter the foyer and open the front door to allow certification representative entry into the building. Staff #2 left the 3 Infants she was responsible for alone and unsupervised in the Infant Room during this time.”
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At 11:45 AM on 1/27/22, Staff #2 left the Infant Room to enter the foyer and open the front door to allow certification representative entry into the building. Staff #2 left 3 Infants alone and unsupervised in the Infant Room during this time.”
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit in the PS Room was observed to be accessible to children, hanging on a door knob.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At 11:45 AM on 1/27/22, Staff #2 left the Infant Room to enter the foyer and open the front door to allow certification representative entry into the building. Staff #2 left 3 Infants alone and unsupervised in the Infant Room during this time. At approximately 12:15 PM on 1/27/22, Staff #4 was observed walking one PS child to the bathroom and back, leaving Staff #5 with 13 PS children in the PS Room. At approximately 12:25 PM on 1/27/22, Staff #5 was observed leaving the PS Room to enter the kitchen, leaving Staff #4 with 13 PS children.”
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff #1 contained a most recent staff evaluation yet lacked an evaluation from the previous year, making it unable to be determined if evaluations were completed timely.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Adult scissors were observed to be accessible to children in the top drawer of the kitchen, which contained a faulty lock.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Proof of purchase for the observed interconnected fire detection system was not available on the day of the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2022
3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #3 contained documentation of certification in pediatric first-aid and CPR dated more than 90 days after the first day of employment in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The certificates observed to be posted in the facility were expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Toxic Clorox and Lysol were observed to be accessible to children in a low kitchen cabinet which contained a faulty lock, in the PS Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 27, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Precious Years Day Care
Is Precious Years Day Care licensed?
Yes. Precious Years Day Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Precious Years Day Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 20, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Precious Years Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 Precious Years Day Care care for?
58, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Precious Years Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Precious Years Day Care'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 Precious Years Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 356-4004 to ask.
What is Precious Years Day Care's phone number?
(724) 356-4004.
Where is Precious Years Day Care?
Mt Pleasant Twp Comm Ctr 20 Wabash Ave, Hickory, PA 15340. The nearest other daycare we list is Extended Day Services LLC Muse Elementary, 5.9 miles away.