Heavenly Hands Early Learning Child Care Academy
Erie, PA 16501 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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St Martin Early Learning Center is a child care center in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 190 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 99 rules across 13 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy through grade 3 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Keystone STARS 4) |
| Licensed capacity | 190 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
St Martin Early Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 11, 2026: 29 rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 13 visits · 99 rules in all · 99 corrected
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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3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“Documentation of emergency plan updates indicates that the emergency plan was updated in August of 2024, then next again in January of 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The initial emergency plan training documented and on file for Facility Person #8 was completed more than 90 days after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“There was no documentation of completion of part 2 of the required health & safety training on file for Facility Person #5, employed at the facility more than 90 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The criminal history clearance on file for Facility Person #2 was incomplete ("under review"). The disclosure statement signed and on file for Facility Person #5 was a version that was not current at the time of the facility person's hire. The child abuse clearance on file for Facility Person #5 was a volunteer clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 23, 2026
3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii) Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Facility Person #4 was classified as a group supervisor based on completion of a bachelors degree in human services. The documentation of education on file for Facility Person #4 was an international degree with no acceptable U.S. equivalency on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“In the Cheetahs room, there was an uncovered outlet on the wall by the sink in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“In the Baby Bear room, there was damaged plaster on the wall in the back left corner behind where the cots and chairs were stacked. In the multipurpose room (basement gross motor space), there was damaged plaster and peeling paint on the wall to the left of entry and on walls opposite the entry, in a nook.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“The young toddlers receiving care in the Baby Bears room, walking and able to stand at a sink to wash hands, could not reach the sink in the classroom. Staff state they hold the children at the sink while they wash hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In the restroom on the first floor hallway, there was no handwashing sign at the sink.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“There were no sources of running water at diapering areas in the Lions, Tigers, Turtles and Leopards rooms. The diapering areas were all located in these classrooms outside of restrooms shared with the adjoining classroom. Staff state they cannot leave the door to the restroom open while changing a child's diaper in the classroom due to privacy reasons and the need to contain children for supervision purposes who may be using the restroom from the other classroom. Because the bathrooms are separated by closed doors, the sinks in the bathrooms are not located in the classroom changing areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“In the Turtles room, there was a chair and a bouncy toy in front of the door exiting the building.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the multipurpose room (basement gross motor space), there were mats on the floor with torn edges, exposing foam to children still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Hippos room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The current approved children's developmental assessments on file for children #1 and #3 were completed and copies given to parents more than 6 months after their enrollment date or the date of their last assessment. The most recent developmental assessment completed and on file for child #5 was completed more than 6 months prior. The only developmental assessment completed and on file for child #8, enrolled more than 6 months, was not dated”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The arrival and departure times were not specified on the agreement on file for child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The date of admission was not specified on the agreements on file for children #3 and #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“Original agreements were on file for children #1, #4, and #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The health insurance policy numbers were not listed on the emergency contact forms on file for children #1, #7 and #8.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The current agreements on file for children #3, #4, #5, and #7 and the current emergency contact forms on file for children #3, #4, #5, #6 and #7 were reviewed, updated and signed by parents more than 6 months after the prior respective document review date. The most recent agreement on file for child #6 was reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #2, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file. The most recent health assessment on file for child #5, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #1 was completed more than 24 months after the previous health assessment on file. The initial health assessment on file for Facility Person #5 was completed after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessments on file for Facility Person #3 and #7 indicated the person had a communicable disease, but did not provide further information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“There was no signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child on file for child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“There was no signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff on file for child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log indicated fire drills were conducted on 3/19/26, then again on 5/19/26, more than 60 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The documentation of smoke detector testing indicates that testing occurred on 4/16/26, then next again on 5/19/26, more than 30 days between testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“There was documentation of 8 of the 12 required hours of child care training on file for Facility Person #6 during the most recent completed annual review period for Facility Person #6 (January 2025-January 2026).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii) Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Facility Person #5 was classified as an assistant group supervisor based on completion of high school and 2 years of child care experience. There was no documentation of child care experience on file for Facility Person #5. Facility Person #7 was classified as an assistant group supervisor based on completion of 15 credits in human services and one year of child care experience. There was no documentation of child care experience on file for Facility Person #7.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms on file for children # 6 and #7 did not include the addresses of the release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2026
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has, in the presence of children, pointed at specific children and said they didn't want to take them into their care. Staff state they have heard Facility Person #1 calling children "snots" and "babies." Staff state they have observed Facility Person #1 say a child "needed to be popped in the mouth".”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has been observed using a harsh tone of voice with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has been observed handling children aggressively- pulling them by their arms roughly and lightly hitting Child #1 on the mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has, in the presence of children, pointed at specific children and said they didn't want to take them into their care. Staff state they have heard Facility Person #1 calling children "snots" and "babies." Staff state they have observed Facility Person #1 say a child "needed to be popped in the mouth".”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has been observed using a harsh tone of voice with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“According to staff statements, Facility Person #1 has been observed handling children aggressively- pulling them by their arms roughly and lightly hitting Child #1 on the mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“There were two packnplays in front of an exit in the Bears room, obstructing the exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“There were four rest mats in the Lions room, 4 rest mats in the Tigers room, and 2 packnplays in the Bears room in use with less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The most recent recorded fire drill was noted on the fire drill log as conducted on 9/19/25”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The most recent recorded smoke detector test was documented as conducted on 10/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“There was an infant asleep in a rocker in the Bears room, not in the position recommended by the AAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“According to staff statements and attendance records, at times there have been 10 children receiving care in the Turtles room, which has a designated maximum capacity of 9 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“There were two packnplays in front of an exit in the Bears room, obstructing the exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“There were four rest mats in the Lions room, 4 rest mats in the Tigers room, and 2 packnplays in the Bears room in use with less than 2 feet of space on 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The most recent recorded fire drill was noted on the fire drill log as conducted on 9/19/25”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The most recent recorded smoke detector test was documented as conducted on 10/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“There was an infant asleep in a rocker in the Bears room, not in the position recommended by the AAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“According to staff statements and attendance records, at times there have been 10 children receiving care in the Turtles room, which has a designated maximum capacity of 9 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 10:30 in the Baby Bears room, Facility Persons #1, #2 and #3 were caring for 6 infants. When asked to identify which children they were each supervising, Facility Person #1 indicated that they were a volunteer, not supervising any children, and Facility Person #2 indicated that they were supervising 3 infants. Facility Person #3 stated they were also not supervising any children, despite presented with the question a second time. There was no staff person who claimed supervision of the three remaining infants.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“There was no FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #3, employed at the facility more than 45 days. Facility Person #3 was observed caring for children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“There was an infant observed asleep in a rocker in the Baby Bears room, not in the sleeping position recommended by the AAP.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact forms on file for children #1 and #3 did not include the health insurance policy numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2025
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The agreements on file for children #1 and #3 did not specify their admission date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The agreement on file for child #10 did not specify the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The current pediatric first aid/CPR training documented and on file for Facility Persons #1 and #12 were completed after the expiration of the prior respective first aid training documented and on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“Documentation of the emergency plan reviews indicates reviews occurred in July of 2023 and September of 2024.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“First aid kits were in reach of children receiving care in the preschool/schoolage outdoor playspace, hanging on a fence within their reach, and in the Hippos room, on a drawer unit within their reach.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Current mandated reporter trainings completed and documented on file for Facility Persons #5, #8, #11, #13, #14, #15 and #16 were each completed more than 60 months after their previous respective mandated reporter trainings documented and on file. Mandated reporter training documented an on file for Facility Person #7 was completed more than 90 days after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The FBI clearances on file for Facility Persons #2 and #6 were each completed after their respective start dates. There was no proof of application for an FBI clearance on file for Facility Person #2 or #6. The NSOR clearances on file for Facility Persons #5 and #7 were each completed after their respective start dates. There was no criminal history or NSOR clearance on file for Facility Person #9, employed at the facility for more than 45 days. There was no application for the criminal history clearance on file for Facility Person #9.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“There was no liddled trash can in the restroom between the Leopards and Turtles room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The initial pediatric first aid/CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #6 was completed more than 90 days after their start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“There were two bottles not labeled with children's names in the Bears room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #7 indicated the staff person has a communicable disease, but provided no further information.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The health assessment on file for Facility Person #8 was completed more than 24 months after the prior health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“There was no hands-free covered can for diaper disposal in the Bears Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“In the Turtles Room, a child was observed being diapered and then the child did not wash their hands prior to engaging in another activity.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“There were sharp (adult) scissors in reach of children in an unlocked drawer in the Leopard room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.133(1) Original container
“There was medication (Albuterol) in the Bears room not in the original packaging.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The most recent immunization record on file for child #8 indicates the child does not have sufficient doses of the DTAP, pneumococcal, MMR, varicella, and hepatitis A vaccines for their age as recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The evaluations on file for Facility Person #8 were completed in May of 2023 and May of 2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Facility Person #3 was classified as the director without documentation of the required child care experience for the classification documented and on file. Facility Person #4 was classified as a group supervisor. There was documentation of a non-related bachelor's degree that includes 30 credits in human services on file for Facility Person #4. There was no documentation of the required child care experience for the classification based on the education completed and documented. Facility Person #6 was classified as a group supervisor. There was documentation of a related associates degree on file for Facility Person #6. There was no documentation of the required child care experience for the classification based on the education completed and documented. Facility Person #10 was classified as a group supervisor based on completion of related master's degree. The documentation of the required education was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“There were cracks on the front of a plastic kitchen playset in the Giraffe room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There were small paper clips (with a diameter of less than an inch) in an unlocked drawer within reach of toddlers in care in the Leopard room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“There was less than 2 feet of space on three sides of two packnplays in use in the Bears room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There were areas of peeling paint in the Cheetahs room on a column in the room and on the wall on the right side of the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily activity schedule was not posted in the Leopards room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The current child service reports/approved child development assessments used by the program and on file for children # 3, #5, #8 and #10 were completed more than 6 months after the previous assessments or start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #3, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months after the prior health assessment on file. The most recent health assessment on file for child #5, a preschooler, was completed more than 12 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #7, a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after the prior health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The current emergency contact forms on file for children #3, #5, and #9 and the agreement on file for child #3 were reviewed and updated by a parent in writing more than 6 months after the prior review. The most recent review date for the agreement on file for child #10 was completed more than 6 months prior.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“There was no emergency contact form in the Zebra room for one of the children receiving care in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child #1 did not include the phone numbers for all release persons listed. The emergency contact forms on file for children #3 and #10 did not include the addresses for all release persons listed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2025
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“Original agreements were on file for children #2-#10.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“At approximately 3:00 PM, there were 17 preschoolers receiving care in the Tigers Room. The Tigers Room has a measured maximum capacity of 12 children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #1 had current pediatric first-aid/CPR training with a completion date of 11-12-24 that was after the September 2024 expiration of the prior training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“According to the log, the operator did not manually test the interconnected fire detection system in the facility at least once every 30 days between 12-2-24 to 1-2-25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“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 11-13-19. Staff person #2 had mandated reporter trainings dated 11-13-19 and 12-4-24 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #3 had mandated reporter trainings dated 11-13-19 and 12-3-24 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #4 had mandated reporter trainings dated 2-20-20 and 3-21-25 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #5 had mandated reporter trainings dated 11-13-19 and 11-20-24 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #6 had mandated reporter trainings dated 11-13-19 and 11-21-24 that were over 60 months between trainings. Staff person #7 completed mandated reporter training on 2-3-25 that was over 90 days after their date of hire. (see LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.20(b) Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“According to staff statements and an incident report on file, on 9/5/24 a child in care was injured at the facility and received emergency room treatment for the injury. The incident was not reported to the regional office.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Review of the facility's documentation of smoke detector testing indicates testing was completed on 6/7/24 and 7/18/14 then again on 8/12/24 and 9/12/24, exceeding 30 days between testing dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“*According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.177(b) During boarding and exiting
“According to staff statements and video camera footage, on 9/5/24 at 2:36 PM, Facility Person #5 was driving and supervising 4 schoolagers on a van when they pulled into and parked in the facility parking lot. The children exited the vehicle while Facility Person #5 remained in the driver's seat of the vehicle. Child #2 jumped out of the vehicle and fell to the ground and, as a result, suffered a fracture of his left arm.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.20(b) Mail or deliver written report to regional office within 72 hours
“According to staff statements and an incident report on file, on 9/5/24 a child in care was injured at the facility and received emergency room treatment for the injury. The incident was not reported to the regional office.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Review of the facility's documentation of smoke detector testing indicates testing was completed on 6/7/24 and 7/18/14 then again on 8/12/24 and 9/12/24, exceeding 30 days between testing dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“**According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“*According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“*According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in late October 2024, Facility Person #1 left the Cheetahs room with a group of preschoolers and walked them down the hall to the Hippos Room where they transitioned responsibility for the children to Facility Person #2 before leaving the classroom. Shortly after this occurred, Child #1 was found by Facility Person #3 sitting on a chair in the hallway unsupervised. Based on the length of time Facility Person #3 was in the office, it can be estimated the child was unsupervised for approximately 2-3 minutes. Staff state they believe the child followed a parent out of the Hippos classroom when the parent was picking up their child. According to staff statements, on an undetermined date in early October 2024, Facility Person #4 took a group of 12 young schoolagers from the Elephants Room to the restroom down the hall and left Child #2 in the restroom unsupervised when the group returned to the classroom. The child was found by Facility Person #3 unsupervised in the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.177(b) During boarding and exiting
“According to staff statements and video camera footage, on 9/5/24 at 2:36 PM, Facility Person #5 was driving and supervising 4 schoolagers on a van when they pulled into and parked in the facility parking lot. The children exited the vehicle while Facility Person #5 remained in the driver's seat of the vehicle. Child #2 jumped out of the vehicle and fell to the ground and, as a result, suffered a fracture of his left arm.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements and review of documentation on file at the facility, on 7/3/24 there were three occurrences of preschoolers from the Rhino classroom unsupervised, while Facility Persons #1 and #2 were supervising the group of children. At 8:44 AM, Child #1 left the classroom. The child was noticed missing and located at 8:51 AM. At 11:28 AM during restroom transition, Child #2 left the group in the hallway and went into another classroom where he was found at 11:34 AM. At 3:25PM the group left the classroom, leaving child #3 behind in the classroom where he was discovered by another staff person at 3:37 PM.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“According to staff statements and review of documentation on file at the facility, on 7/3/24 there were three occurrences of preschoolers from the Rhino classroom unsupervised, while Facility Persons #1 and #2 were supervising the group of children. At 8:44 AM, Child #1 left the classroom. The child was noticed missing and located at 8:51 AM. At 11:28 AM during restroom transition, Child #2 left the group in the hallway and went into another classroom where he was found at 11:34 AM. At 3:25PM the group left the classroom, leaving child #3 behind in the classroom where he was discovered by another staff person at 3:37 PM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“According to staff statements and review of documentation on file at the facility, on 7/3/24 there were three occurrences of preschoolers from the Rhino classroom unsupervised, while Facility Persons #1 and #2 were supervising the group of children. At 8:44 AM, Child #1 left the classroom. The child was noticed missing and located at 8:51 AM. At 11:28 AM during restroom transition, Child #2 left the group in the hallway and went into another classroom where he was found at 11:34 AM. At 3:25PM the group left the classroom, leaving child #3 behind in the classroom where he was discovered by another staff person at 3:37 PM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“According to staff statements and review of documentation on file at the facility, on 7/3/24 there were three occurrences of preschoolers from the Rhino classroom unsupervised, while Facility Persons #1 and #2 were supervising the group of children. At 8:44 AM, Child #1 left the classroom. The child was noticed missing and located at 8:51 AM. At 11:28 AM during restroom transition, Child #2 left the group in the hallway and went into another classroom where he was found at 11:34 AM. At 3:25PM the group left the classroom, leaving child #3 behind in the classroom where he was discovered by another staff person at 3:37 PM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 4, 2024
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #3 was completed more than 12 months after the previous health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“There were 2 cots in the Rhinos room not labeled for the children who use them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“There was a rest cot in front of a door leading from the Turtles room to the restroom between this classroom and another classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child #2 did not include the addresses of all release persons. The emergency contact form on file for child #4 did not include the phone numbers of all release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024
3270.35(b) Group sup qualifications
“Facility Persons #1 and #2 were listed as group supervisors despite not having met the educational requirements for the classification.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The emergency contact forms on file for children #1, #2 and #4 did not include the health insurance policy numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 18, 2024
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“There was no daily activity schedule posted in the Elephants room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“There was a pack n' play in use in the Bears room without at least 2 feet of space on 3 sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The current health assessment on file for child #4, a young toddler, was completed more than 6 months after the pervious health assessment on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The most recent letter sent to the local traffic safety authorities was dated 8/1/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 1, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“There was exposed foam on a chair cushion in the Tigers room accessible to toddlers in care in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
3270.135(e) 2 hour diaper check
“On 7/11/23 it was recorded that 2 of the children in the Bears room were diapered at 8:00 AM and again at 10:30 AM. Staff stated their diapers were not checked between this time as they were outside.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“The cots used by the children in the Tigers room were not labeled with their names.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The documentation of the dates the smoke detectors were tested indicates that they were tested on 11/29/22 and then again on 1/19/23, more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2023
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Young toddlers in care in the Bears room were held at the sink by staff to wash their hands. There was no stool or steps at the sink in order to allow the children to reach the sink themselves.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“There were no out of state clearances, or applications for these clearances, on file for facility persons #1 and #3, both of whom resided in a state other than Pennsylvania in the previous 5 years.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate
“The required health and safety training completed and documented and on file for facility person #2 completed on 8/26/16 was invalid as it was completed before 9/30/16.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The health insurance information was not included on the emergency contact form on file for child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“The parent review and update of the emergency contact form on file for child #5 was not dated.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact forms one file for children #1. #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include all release persons addresses and phone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 11, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Documentation of emergency drills reviewed on 6/26/23 indicates the most recent emergency drill was conducted on 6/14/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2023
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“The incorrect admission date was listed on the agreement on file for child #6.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2023
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At approximately 12:05 on 6/17/22, Facility Person #1 was heard yelling, in the Hippo Room, ([Child's Name]! You better lay your head down right now! You don't know how cranky I can get!"”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The current health assessment on file for Facility Person #4 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“The only pediatric first aid and CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #2 was completed on 5/16/22, more than 90 days after the facility person's start date. (See IS Code Sheet).The only pediatric first aid and CPR training documented and on file for Facility Person #5 was completed on 4/27/22, more than 90 days after the facility person's start date. (See IS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“There was no proof of purchase on file for the facility's interconnected alarm system.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“There was no documentation that the emergency plan was send to the county and the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“There was documentation on file of a total of 4 hours of child care training completed by Facility Person #1 during the most recent review year. There was documentation on file of a total of 4 hours of child care training completed by Facility Person #4 during the most recent review year.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At approximately 10:45 AM on 6/16/22, child #1, a young school-age child, was observed in the hallways outside of the Elephant room with no staff present in the hallway. He was walking from the direction of the restroom, and then entered the classroom. Facility Persons #4 and #6 were supervising 16 young schoolagers in the Elephant Room. Facility Person #4 stated that child #1 left the classroom to use the restroom with telling anyone.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The mandated reporter training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #3 was not a mandated reporter training approved for child care staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“At approximately 10:45 AM on 6/16/22, child #1, a young school-age child, was observed in the hallways outside of the Elephant room with no staff present in the hallway. He was walking from the direction of the restroom, and then entered the classroom. Facility Persons #4 and #6 were supervising 16 young schoolagers in the Elephant Room. Facility Person #4 stated that child #1 left the classroom to use the restroom with telling anyone.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“There was damaged plaster on the wall in the multipurpose room about one foot up from the floor on a corner of two walls.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“There was no handwashing sign at one of the unrinals in the school-age boys restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“There was no lidded trash can in the restroom in the Leopard room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 10:45 AM on 6/16/22, child #1, a young school-age child, was observed in the hallways outside of the Elephant room with no staff present in the hallway. He was walking from the direction of the restroom, and then entered the classroom. Facility Persons #4 and #6 were supervising 16 young schoolagers in the Elephant Room. Facility Person #4 stated that child #1 left the classroom to use the restroom with telling anyone.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. St Martin Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 11, 2026, with 29 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 99 rules across 13 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 99 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.
190, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 454-1675 to ask.
(814) 454-1675.
1727 State St, Erie, PA 16501. The nearest other daycare we list is Jumpstart Early Learning Center, 0.2 miles away.