The Little Red Schoolhouse
400 Powell Ave, Cresson, PA
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Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown
- licensed capacity
- 101
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown
Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown is a child care center in Cresson, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 101 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 101 children
Hours
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
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 6 weeks through 6 years old as well as school aged children |
|---|---|
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 101 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 101 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248543
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 4, 2025: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 36 rules in all · 36 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 11
- Safety and hazards 10
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Records and paperwork 5
- Supervision and ratios 2
- 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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Nov 4, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
3270.191 Individual Records
“An individual record was not established for facility person #1.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“On 11/10/25 Staff #2 did not wash his/her hands before giving children a snack in the Young Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“On 11/10/25 the written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 11/10/25 observed two cracked magna tiles in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“On 11/10/25 the toilet and sink areas of the two bathrooms located in the School-Age Classroom lacked clean, lidded waste receptacles.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 11/10/25 observed a first-aid kit on top of an approximately 3-foot bookcase located in the closet of the Sensory Room which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“On 11/10/25 observed a two-section cubby in the corner to the left of the exit door which was not anchored in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
Oct 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“At approximately 12:05 PM Certification Staff observed Staff #1 feeding an infant less than 6 months of age a bottle while the infant was strapped in a bouncer seat while also holding another infant in his/her arm.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
Sep 29, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed a bottle not labeled with the child's name in the Infant Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Claire Disinfectant Spray Q Lemon Scent which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer labeled "garbage bags" in the Older Toddler Room which was accessible to children. Observed Dove Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer of the bathroom vanity in the Older Toddler Room which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed approximately a 4-foot doll house in the School-Age Room which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard. Observed a chipped green LEGO base plate and chipped LEGOS in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed plastic bags in the top drawer labeled "grocery bags" in the Older Toddler Room which were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Observed garbage bags in the bottom drawer labeled "garbage bags" in the Older Toddler Room which were accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“The hot water temperature at the bathroom sink in the Older Toddler Room was 130° F”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2025
Apr 30, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“The Sunroom lacked a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed Hosta in the fenced outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover in the 2nd cabinet to the left of the kitchen door in the School-Age Classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a dollhouse approximately 4 feet high in the School-Age Classroom which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
Nov 21, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed two cubbies which were not anchored by the dress up area in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard. Observed a small cubby in the corner which was not anchored in the Preschool Room creating a potential tipping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed 2 foam letters with bite marks in the Preschool Room. Observed 3 blocks with exposed foam in the 2-year-old Room. Observed 2 blocks with exposed foam in the 1-year-old Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“The sink in the Infant Room lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using them”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed cracked BINGO buttons creating rough edges in the Preschool Room. Observed a cracked bin containing coloring books in the Preschool Room. Observed a wooden block with rough edges and splinters in the 2-year-old Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.182(8) Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“It was observed that an agreement was not on file at the date of enrollment for Children #1. Child #1's date of admission was 6/10/24 with an agreement dated 8/14/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Clorox Bleach and Members Mark Disinfecting Wipes which Indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the sink in the Preschool Room which were accessible to children. Observed Family Wellness Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the cabinet beside the microwave which was accessible to children in the Preschool Room. Observed Purell Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the cabinet to the right of the refrigerator which was accessible to children in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.94(a)(4) Hypothetical locations
“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills. The Director provided documentation that the hypothetical location for the fire on 12/15/23 and 1/2/24 was the utility closet.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the deck and posts of the outdoor play space. Observed approximately a 1-inch hole in the drywall to the right of the door leading from the Preschool Room to the 2-year-old Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2024
3270.151(c)(5) Physician/CRNP assessment
“The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which 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: Dec 10, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 11/1/23, 11/4/23, 12/1/23, 12/15/23, 1/1/24, 1/2/24, 2/1/24, 2/16/24, 3/1/24, 3/18/24, 4/1/24, 4/30/24, 5/1/24, 5/11/24, 6/1/24, 6/4/24, 7/1/24, 7/29/24, 8/1/24, 8/14/24, 9/1/24, 9/27/24, 10/1/24, and 11/1/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination
“The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which did not include documentation of a physical examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The file of Staff #1 contained an adult health assessment dated 2/23/24 which did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2024
Nov 30, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first-aid kit in the facility's Pre-School room was observed to contain all required items except sterile gauze pads.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2023
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The file for child #1 was observed to contain an agreement that did not specify the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2024
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The facility was observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in every child care space (Infant room, 1 year old room, 2-year-old room, Pre-school room).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 1, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Staff person #1 was observed diapering an infant and failed to wash the infant's hands once the diapering was completed.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 1, 2024
- Aug 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown
Is Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown licensed?
Yes. Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 4, 2025, with 7 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 36 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 Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown care for?
101, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 408-2781 to ask.
What is Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown's phone number?
(814) 408-2781.
Where is Start Smart Learning Center Sankertown?
421 Maple Ave, Cresson, PA 16630. The nearest other daycare we list is The Little Red Schoolhouse, 0.7 miles away.