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Sweet Pea Patch
- licensed capacity
- 150
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Sweet Pea Patch
Sweet Pea Patch is a child care center in Edinburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 150 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 40 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 150 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 150 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
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State record
Inspection reports for Sweet Pea Patch
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 150 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250910
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 10, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 40 rules in all · 40 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 11
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Safety and hazards 7
- Records and paperwork 6
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Background checks 2
- Transportation 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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Feb 10, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1 contained a Health Assessment and TB test that were conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“According to staff statements, there were numerous times when there were 6 infants in the infant room that is licensed for 5 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
Feb 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1 contained a Health Assessment and TB test that were conducted more than 12 months prior to the staff's start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 12, 2026
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“According to staff statements, there were numerous times when there were 6 infants in the infant room that is licensed for 5 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
Nov 17, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The file for Staff #4 contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR that was not renewed before the previous one expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The following documentation of testing of the smoke detectors show more than 30 days between testing: 3.24.25-4.24.25, 5.23.25-6.23.25, and 8.22.25-9.23.25.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file for Child #4 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the medical insurance company name.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff #2 contained a mandated reporter training that was more than 60 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files for Child #1, #2 and #3 all contain emergency contact forms that are lacking the parent's work addresses and phone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“A written transportation plan was not posted in the toddler room at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files for Child #1 and #2 both contained emergency contact forms that were lacking the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1, #2 and #3 all contain 2 Health Assessments that are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2025
Nov 27, 2024Inspection23 rules cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire system test log for the past year documents three times when fire system checks exceeded 30 days between checks: 7/1-8/2, 8/2-9/4 and 11/1-12/3.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The initial health reports in the files for Child #1 and #2 were conducted more than 60 days after the child's first day of attendance at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The fire drill log documents five times in the past year when fire drills exceeded 60 days between drills: 1/2-3/4, 3/4-5/3, 5/3-7/3, 7/3-9/3 and 9/3-11/11.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #4 does not contain a written evaluation conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR certification in the files for Staff Person #1, 2 and 4 has expired.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The parent letter regarding the emergency plan did not include lockdown procedures or accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The facility has not conducted annual emergency plan training in the past 12 months. Hence, only staff hired within the past 12 months have current emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 7, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #6 does not include a DHS FBI Clearance. The NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #7 and 8 were processed more than 45 days after the staff person's first day in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3, 6 and 8 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent parent updates for the emergency contact forms and fee agreements in the files for Child #4 and #5 exceeded 6 months between updates.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The TB Screening in the file for Staff Person #5 was conducted more than one year prior to the staff person's first day in child care and is not valid. (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2024
3270.133(3) Name on bottle
“Observed alcohol pads and antiseptic wipes, which were not labeled with the name of the child for whom the medication was intended, in the first aid kits in the School Age/Preschool Room and the Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child # 4 did not include the address of the release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The fee agreements in the files for all the child files reviewed were the original documents.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling, flaking paint along the outside of the building, which borders the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2024
3270.75(c) Has all items
“The first aid kit in the School Age/Preschool Room lacked tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed two pair of adult scissors, which were accessible to children, on a lower shelf in the School Age/Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed a golden pothos plant in the Pre-K Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #6 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #6 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The emergency plan for the facility did not include requirements for 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).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The most recent health reports in the files for Child #3 and #5, preschool children, exceeded 12 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 3, 2024
Nov 16, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.133(2) Written instructions
“In the young toddler room there was prescription Nystatin ointment that did not have written doctor instructions from the individual who prescribed the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Health and Safety).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for Staff #1 contained an initial health assessment dated 10.23.23 which was after her start date.(see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“The operator failed to notifiy local traffic safety authorities within the last 12 months in writing of the location of the facility and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2023
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file for Staff #1 contained a TB screening that was dated 7.30.21 which was more than 12 months prior to their start date.(See LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files of Child #4 and #7 both contain emergency contact forms that were lacking the enrolling parents work address and phone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2023
3270.133(6) Written consent
“In the preschool/school age room there was a diazapam medication that was lacking a medicaion log that gives written permission from the parents to administer the medication.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 5, 2024
Nov 28, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.76/3270.82(g) Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair
“In the each of the two Preschool Room bathrooms, which are used by children in care, exposed, upwardly facing bolts were observed at the base of each toilet where the toilet secures to the floor. Contact with said bolts could cause laceration and/or puncture injuries.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.66(c) Toxic use- no contamination
“In the eating area, containers of bleach/water were observed being stored on a shelf directly above food items to be consumed by children in care. If said containers were to leak, the contents could contaminate the food stored below.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff #3 contained a DHS Child Abuse Clearance that was processed as a volunteer clearance, which is not accepted by our department. The file for Staff #4, who currently resides in the State of Ohio, did not contain clearances required by the State of Ohio to work in a childcare position. Staff #3 and #4 cannot work at the facility until acceptable clearances are obtained and placed on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for Staff #5, who has been employed in a childcare position for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of the completion of Health and Safety Basics Training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2022
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“In the Preschool Room, in an area accessible to children in care, an approximately 4'x2' wooden shelf was observed to be presenting a tipping hazard, which could result in blunt force trauma injury.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2023
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The file for Staff #2 contained a health assessment that did not include an examination for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Although the file for Staff #1 contained a current health assessment, the previously completed health assessment was administered more than 24 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“In the Preschool Room, a staff member indicated that there are children who receive care in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths. Numerous Lego pieces were observed in the room that were less than 1" in diameter.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Young Toddler Room, in an area accessible to children, loose framing along a wooden play kitchen were observed to create pinch points.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 28, 2022
Feb 9, 2022Visit2 rules cited
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for staff person #6, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 4/16/18, lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #8, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 3/10/21, lacked an NSOR verification certificate. In a phone conversation with the director on 1/13/22 the director stated that she did not remove staff #6 and #8 from a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2022
3270.192(4) CPSL information
“The file for staff person #6, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 4/16/18, lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #8, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 3/10/21, lacked an NSOR verification certificate. In a phone conversation with the director on 1/13/22 the director stated that she did not remove staff #6 and #8 from a child care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 4, 2022
Nov 9, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The files for children #1, #2, and #4 lacked emergency contact information that included the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for staff person #8 lacked 2 years experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for staff person #3 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed within a year from the hire date of 6/5/20. The staff evaluation in the file is dated 10/14/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file for staff person #1 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 3/10/15 and 12/10/21. The file for staff person #6 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed within the past 60 months. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 2/17/16.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for staff person #1, whom is the director of the child care, lacked a state police clearance that was completed within the past 60 months. The state police clearance in the file is dated 3/17/15. The file for staff person #1 lacked child abuse and FBI clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 2/18/16 and 2/22/21.The FBI clearances in the file are dated 4/1/15 and 2/24/21. The file for staff person #3, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 6/5/20, lacked a state police clearance. The file for staff person #5, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 8/24/17, lacked an NSOR certificate that was dated by the deadline of 7/1/20. The NSOR in the file is dated 10/27/21. The file for staff person #6, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 4/16/18, lacked an NSOR verification certificate. The file for staff person #8, whom was hired as an assistant group supervisor on 3/10/21, lacked an NSOR verification certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files for staff persons #1, #2, #4 #5, #6, and #7 lacked firesafety training that was conducted one year from the previous training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 9/28/20 and 11/3/21. The file for staff person #3 lacked firesafety training that was conducted within the last year.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included the work address of the enrolling parent. The files for children #3, #4, and #6 lacked emergency contact information that included work addresses and work phone numbers for the enrolling parent. The file for child #5 lacked emergency contact information that included work addresses, home phone number, and work phone number for the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.31(h) Health and Safety Training
“The file for staff person #8 lacked training in health and safety topics numbers 1-9 as listed in the regulation 3270.31(f).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 31, 2022
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The files for children #1, #2, and #4 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 3/18/19. The file for staff person #6 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 4/18/18. The file for staff person #7 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 3/6/19.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file for staff person #2 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 12/12/18 and 3/3/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The files for children #1, #2, #5, and #6 lacked emergency contact information that included information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Sweet Pea Patch
Is Sweet Pea Patch licensed?
Yes. Sweet Pea Patch is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Sweet Pea Patch last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 10, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sweet Pea Patch had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 40 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 40 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 Sweet Pea Patch care for?
150, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Sweet Pea Patch accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Sweet Pea Patch'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 Sweet Pea Patch cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 667-9412 to ask.
What is Sweet Pea Patch's phone number?
(724) 667-9412.
Where is Sweet Pea Patch?
4130 W State St, Edinburg, PA 16116. The nearest other daycare we list is Murriel S Gunn Group Day Care Home, 4 miles away.