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Sheldons 1914 Daycare
- licensed capacity
- 6
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Sheldons 1914 Daycare
Sheldons 1914 Daycare is a home daycare in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 6 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 6 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 6 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sheldons 1914 Daycare has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Sheldons 1914 Daycare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 6 children
- License number
- #CER-00243958
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 23, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 28 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Safety and hazards 9
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Discipline and child guidance 5
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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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Jun 23, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“The most recent documented emergency drills exceeded 12 months between drills (4/14/25-5/18/26).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2026
3290.131(d)(5)/3290.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1 did not include documentation of the following immunizations recommended by the ACIP based on the child's age (4th DTAP, 4th Pneumococcal, 2nd Hep A) or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2026
3290.131(b)(1)/3290.182(1) Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for Child #1, a young toddler, did not contain an updated health report conducted within the past 6 months.”
3290.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 did not include the work address of the enrolling parent.”
3290.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The fee agreement in the file for Child #1 did not include the names of the release persons.”
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Observed cleaning products, which were accessible to children, on the left side of the cabinet under the sink in the bathroom. The child-proof lock on the cabinet was not properly functioning.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2026
3290.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff person/facility person/volunteer #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/1/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2026
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/1/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
Jun 9, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3290.123(a)(3) Services provided
“The file for Child #2, who has been enrolled for more than six months, did not include a child service report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3290.31(f) Age and training
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained only four hours of annual child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3290.131(a)/3290.182(1) Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3290.182(3)/3290.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1, 2 and 3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
3290.32(a)/3290.192(3) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #1 and Household Member #2 exceeded 60 months between certificates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2025
Feb 27, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3290.63 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed two outlets on an extension cord, which was plugged in, that lacked protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3290.22(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The current certificate of compliance was not posted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
Jun 6, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3290.95(a)/3290.95(b) System in compliance/Operator or designated staff responsibility
“A proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke detectors was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3290.131(b)(1)/3290.182(1) Updated infant health report: every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“The file for Child #1, a Young Toddler, did not include an updated health report conducted within the past 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3290.31(f) Age and training
“The file for Staff Person #1 contained only 11 hours of child care training for the most recent full year of service.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3290.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed small toys less than one inch in diameter and plastic wrappers on the floors in the dining room and living room. Observed a small screw on the ground in the outdoor play space. This presents a potential choking hazard to children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“On 6/6/24 at 10:00 AM, observed Child #1 in a Pack 'n' Play. Child was not napping. Staff Person #1 informed Cert Rep that child was being weaned off of binky and was only permitted to have binky in Pack 'n' Play and had been in the Pack n Play for approximately ten minutes. Cert Rep informed Staff Person #1 that this was considered restraining in a confined space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 6/6/24 at approximately 10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 was on the inside porch when Cert Rep arrived. At this time, Staff Person #1 could not see, hear, direct and assess the four unrelated children who were in care in the living room and dining room. Staff Person informed Cert Rep that she had only been on the porch for less than one minute to get supplies.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.24(d) Emergency plan
“An annual emergency drill had not been conducted/documented during the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not include requirements for volunteer emergency preparedness training and continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster) to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3290.18 General Health and Safety
“Observed in the living room near the entrance: Electrical devices, back chair massager, and air filter, which create entanglement and toppling hazards. At 10:00 AM on 6/6/24, observed Child #1 in a Pack 'n' Play in the dining room. At this time, the Pack 'n' Play was directly in front of an air conditioner, which was accessible to the child, a cord was hanging into the Pack 'n' Play, and the Pack 'n' Play was surrounded by other furniture. Also observed a TV in the dining room, which was not mounted, which creates a toppling hazard. In the outdoor play area, observed standing water in a kayak and a ladder propped against the fence, which creates a toppling hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.64(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“Observed a carpet shampooer in the living room and a weed sprayer in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.64(c) Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed pothos plants in the dining room and restroom of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2024
3290.74(a) Requirements
“Observed trash, debris and pet waste in various areas of the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3290.91(c) Door opens in at landing
“The basement door, which exits directly into a stairwell with no landing beyond the door, was unlocked.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
Jun 21, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3290.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The files for Staff #1 and 2 each contain 2 sets of state police, child abuse and FBI Clearances that were obtained more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2023
- Jun 30, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Sheldons 1914 Daycare
Is Sheldons 1914 Daycare licensed?
Yes. Sheldons 1914 Daycare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Sheldons 1914 Daycare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 23, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sheldons 1914 Daycare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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 Sheldons 1914 Daycare care for?
6, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Sheldons 1914 Daycare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sheldons 1914 Daycare's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Sheldons 1914 Daycare cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 572-2570 to ask.
What is Sheldons 1914 Daycare's phone number?
(814) 572-2570.
Where is Sheldons 1914 Daycare?
Erie, PA 16511. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.