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Susan Thomas
- licensed capacity
- 34
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Susan Thomas
Susan Thomas is a child care center in Nanty Glo, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 34 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 42 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Accepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 34 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Susan Thomas
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 34 children
- License number
- #CER-00257880
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 42 rules in all · 41 corrected
- Safety and hazards 10
- Records and paperwork 8
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Background checks 4
- Food and nutrition 2
- Discipline and child guidance 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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May 26, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Emergency contact information was not present in the outdoor play space when children were receiving care in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not present in the outdoor play space when children were receiving care in that space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The file of Child #3 lacked an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #3 contained a health report dated 11/3/25 with a previous one dated 10/31/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 3/1/25 and 9/1/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Staff #3 lacked 4.5 hours of annual child care training required between January 2025 and January 2026. Staff #3 had 3 hours of child care training completed on 2/22/26 used towards correction.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files of Staff #1, #2, and #3 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 1/20/26 with a previous training conducted on 9/26/24. The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 4/15/25. The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 5/11/26 with a previous training conducted on 2/11/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #1 lacked a State Police Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance, and DHS FBI Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #1 contained a State Police Clearance dated 12/11/25 with a previous one dated 11/30/20. The file of Staff #1 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 3/23/26 with a previous one dated 3/18/21. The file of Staff #1 contained a DHS FBI Clearance dated 12/16/25 with a previous one dated 11/17/20. The file of Staff #4 lacked proof of application for the DHS FBI Clearance prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 had documentation of application for a Department of Education FBI Clearance dated 9/13/24.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Observed highchairs obstructing the exit in the kitchen leading to the outside. Observed a dehumidifier obstructing the exit in the basement leading to the outside.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a cracked yellow magna tile in the basement. Observed a cracked bin containing pretend food on the main floor.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file of Staff #2 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. The file of Staff #2 contained a written evaluation dated 4/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2026
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“Observed a first-aid kit on top of the rest equipment at the bottom of the stairs in the basement which was accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2026
Jul 21, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 5/20/25. The letter provided to the parent explaining emergency procedures did not address accommodations for infants and toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2025
May 28, 2025Inspection24 rules cited
3270.36(b)(1) HS/GED + 30 credits
“The file of Staff #5, who was designated as an assistant group supervisor, lacked documentation of 30 credit hours from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.66(b) Original container
“Observed Xtreme Kleen Moisturizing Advanced Gel beside food items on a shelf in the Basement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“The sink by the changing table on the Main Floor lacked platforms or steps to be easily approached by children using it.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a cracked green bin containing extra clothes on the Main Floor. Observed 2 cracked pink bins containing extra papers and calendars in the Basement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed foam shapes with bite marks in the Basement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the Basement lacked an operating thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The agreement for Child #4 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The files of Children #3 and #4 lacked child service reports completed at least every 6 months. Child #3 had a child service report dated 3/1/24. Child #4 had child service reports dated 3/1/24 and 9/1/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“The files of Children #1 and #3 lacked updated health reports at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. The file of Child #1 contained a health report dated 1/4/24 with a previous one dated 3/8/23. The file of Child #3 contained a health report dated 3/11/25 with a previous one dated 7/20/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of obtaining an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. The file of Staff #4 contained documentation of 9 hours of training completed on 2/19/25 and 1.5 hours of training completed on 2/28/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The facility did not have documentation of conducting emergency drills annually. The facility had documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 3/10/25 with a previous one conducted on 2/9/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact form and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 3/1/24, 9/1/24, and 10/14/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.165 Menus
“The operator did not conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“The Main Floor lacked a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can in which to discard a soiled disposable diaper immediately. Certification Staff observed child care staff discard a soiled diaper into a trash can attached to the wall with the lid raised, but the lid did not close afterwards.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report for Child #3 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2025
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.”
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 4/14/25 with a previous one conducted on 3/19/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 1, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR on 8/7/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing mandated reporter training every 60 months. Staff #1 had documentation of mandated reporter training completed on 12/1/24 with previous training completed on 9/15/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate by July 1, 2020 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #1 had a NSOR dated 3/22/21. The file of Staff #3 lacked a complete State Police Clearance because it did not have a rapt sheet attached. The file of Staff #5 lacked a copy of a signed disclosure statement at initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). Staff #5 had a disclosure statement dated 4/22/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2025
May 23, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed on the playground, 1 exposed bolt on the fence in the back corner under the pergola.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 6, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of reviewing the file, the file for staff #1 had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The file of child #1 lacked an agreement with the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
3270.123(a)(2) Date fee to be paid
“The file of child #2 lacked an agreement with the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed at the bottom of the steps in the preschool space downstairs, rubber trim not attached to the wall and holes in the wall on the left and right side of the bottom step. Observed on the wall across from the bottom of the steps behind the diaper changing station, significant damage to the wall with missing plaster and exposed interior structure to the wall. Observed on the right side of the deck to enter the facility from the steps, a raised board causing a tripping hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 27, 2024
May 10, 2023Inspection13 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file of child #1 lacked a current health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspections, there was no documentation the Emergency Plan was sent to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the inspection, there was no documentation of testing the smoke detector every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed on the playground, rocks less than 1 inch in diameter between the 2 playhouses in the corner adjacent to the shed and in areas throughout where grass is not growing.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed the following in the playground: splintering wood on the 3 round, wooden tables; Little Tikes brand log cabin with a hole at the doorway; and Step 2 brand brown and tan house with a red roof with a hole at the doorway;”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Observed in the kitchen, the exit was blocked due to the fact a vacuum cleaner and folded up Pack and Play were stored in front of it.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“The sink located in the toddler space lacked a lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the inspection, the Emergency Plan lacked documentation of the Continuity of Operations.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of staff #1 had late Mandated Reporter training due to the fact the documents on file were dated 3-11-22 and 3-6-17. Therefore, they were more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The sink located in the toddler space lacked a handwashing sign.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a hornet's nest in the Little Tikes brand playhouse that was grey with a blue roof.”
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2023
3270.35(b)(4)/3270.192(2)(iii) Associate's, 30 + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of staff #2, a Group Supervisor lacked documentation to support the position.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation of a traffic letter sent to local traffic safety authorities.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2023
May 23, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on documentation, the smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days due to the fact the dates documented were 12-2-21 to 1-3-22 which is 32 days; 1-3-22 to 2-4-22 which is 32 days; 3-4-22 to 4-4-22 which is 31 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2022
3270.105 High Chairs
“Observed 1 space saver high chair missing its T-shaped strap.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Susan Thomas
Is Susan Thomas licensed?
Yes. Susan Thomas is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Susan Thomas last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Susan Thomas had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 42 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 41 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 Susan Thomas care for?
34, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Susan Thomas accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Susan Thomas' hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Susan Thomas cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 248-1240 to ask.
What is Susan Thomas' phone number?
(814) 248-1240.
Where is Susan Thomas?
700 2nd St, Nanty Glo, PA 15943. The nearest other daycare we list is Michele Little Day Care, 2.2 miles away.