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RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center
- licensed capacity
- 21
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center
RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center is a child care center in Ligonier, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 21 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 21 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 21 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 21 children
- License number
- #CER-00248126
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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Mar 3, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on interviews with staff, it was reported that Staff #1 applied their hand to a child's mouth to suppress noise during nap time. The stated intent was to maintain a quiet environment for the other sleeping children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2026
Nov 5, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed that there wasn't a handwashing sign posted above the toilet and the sink in the girl's bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“It was observed that the garbage can in the girl's restroom was lacking a lid.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was lacking the home telephone number as well as the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact form for Child #1 was lacking the health insurance policy number and for Child #2 was lacking the health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #1, who is an older toddler, contained a health assessment dated 5/29/24, which is more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 6, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log on file at facility listed dated of fire drills as 7/25/25 and 9/29/25 which are more than 60 days between drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“There was a box of teething tablets in the locked medicine box that was lacking the name of the child who they are intended for.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 5, 2025
Nov 25, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“*Based on information that was received during staff interviews on 11/24/2024 it was determined during lunchtime, Staff person #1 stood behind a young toddler and with her left hand on the left side of the child's neck (ear area) Staff Person #1 used a form of physical punishment by bracing the child's head against her legs and against the wishes of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.162(d) Not forced to eat
“**Based on information that was received during staff interviews on 11/24/2024 Staff Person #1 placed her left hand on the left side of the child's neck (ear area) stood behind the child and braced his head against her legs. Staff Person #1 grabbed the child's right hand with her right hand, grabbed the fork, poked a cut up meatball and forced it into the child's mouth and against the wishes of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.162(d) Not forced to eat
“Based on information that was received during staff interviews on 11/24/2024 Staff Person #1 placed her left hand on the left side of the child's neck (ear area) stood behind the child and braced his head against her legs. Staff Person #1 grabbed the child's right hand with her right hand, grabbed the fork, poked a cut up meatball and forced it into the child's mouth and against the wishes of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on information that was received during staff interviews on 11/24/2024 it was determined during lunchtime, Staff person #1 stood behind a young toddler and with her left hand on the left side of the child's neck (ear area) Staff Person #1 used a form of physical punishment by bracing the child's head against her legs and against the wishes of the child.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection4 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 #1 are dated 8/15/21 and 9/9/23 which are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #2 included State Police Clearances dated 6/8/19 and 8/23/24, and Child Abuse Clearances dated 6/11/19 and 9/5/24, which are both more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“It was observed that the foam climbers that were in the outside play space were peeling and worn and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“It was observed that the training chair that was in the diapering area was lacking a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
Nov 8, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First-Aid/Pediatric CPR training (dated 02/18/2022).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2023
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Room 11, beneath the chalkboard near the bottom of the floor, was peeling plaster.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2023
Nov 17, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR on 05/27/2022 but was not within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“Mandated Reporter Training for Staff #1 was dated more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record
“The Initial Child Health Report for Children #2, enrolled for more than 60 days, was lacking from the child file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2023
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The Emergency Contact Forms for Child #1 and #3 lacked a signature for "Consent for Minor First Aid."”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The two most recent Child Abuse Clearances for Staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
Nov 5, 2021Inspection7 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Facility Person #2, who has resided outside of Pennsylvania in the last 5 years, lacked required out of state clearances. The file for Facility Person #2 lacked a request for their NSOR Certificate prior to starting in a child care taking position. A completed NSOR was not on file at the time of starting at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2021
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The immunization record on file for Child #1 lacked documentation that the child had received their 12-15 month Pneumococcal vaccination.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form for Child #2 lacked the complete address for one of the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Facility Person #1 lacked verification of one year experience to qualify them for the position they were hired to perform.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2021
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The file's for Facility Person's #1 and #2 lacked verification that they had participated in Pediatric First Aid and CPR within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2021
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected fire system currently in place at the Elementary School where the facility is located.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2021
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center
Is RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center licensed?
Yes. RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center care for?
21, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 238-8100 to ask.
What is RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center's phone number?
(724) 238-8100.
Where is RK Mellon Early Care and Education Center?
559 Bell St, Ligonier, PA 15658. The nearest other daycare we list is Ligonier Valley YMCA Child Development Programs, 0.6 miles away.