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334 W Main St, Somerset, PA
Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center
- licensed capacity
- 70
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center
Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center is a child care center in Berlin, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 70 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 70 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | 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 | 70 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 70 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00260246
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 33 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Records and paperwork 7
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safe sleep 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Transportation 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 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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Jul 21, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.61(a)/3270.62(a) Indoor space- small muscle/Large muscle space provided
“Observed the facility was unable to provide indoor childcare space and indoor play space due to the facility having to dry and clean carpets due to recent water damage from heavy rains.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the facility had mold on the carpets in the gross motor room, school age room, preschool room, and toddler room due to water damage from recent heavy rains.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
Jun 8, 2026Inspection31 rules cited
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Observed the facility had been in operation for more than 60 days and did not have documentation of completing a fire drill within the previous 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed staff file #2, 4, and 9 did not contain the required 2 written non family references attesting to their ability to work in a childcare position.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed the facility did not have a shaken baby/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment policy for the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the rug in the gross motor room was not securely attached to the floor creating a tripping hazard. Observed a spot of wet carpet next to the exterior wall in the gross motor room. Observed the ceiling vent in the boy's bathroom was not working correctly and making very loud scratching noises.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the door leading into the therapy room from the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet
“Observed the facility was storing the child and staff files in a cabinet which did not lock.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“Observed the facility did not have a posted safe drop off and pick up procedure posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed a bottle which was not labeled with the child's name in the front infant room. Observed a bottle which was not labeled for the intended child in the fox room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“Observed there was no infant feeding schedule written by the parent for infants receiving care at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #1, 2, 5, and 7, who have already started working in childcare positions, did not contain initial health assessments. Observed staff file #8 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after their first day working in a childcare position.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed staff #1, 2, and 9 working alone with children and did not have the required Pediatric first aid and cpr certifications making them eligible to work with children unsupervised.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“Observed there was no hands free covered can at the diaper changing station in the fawn or the fox rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed a staff did not wash their hands after diapering a toddler in the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Observed child file #2 did not contain an updated vaccination record for ongoing immunizations administered.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“Observed the facility did not have a copy of the emergency transportation plan posted in each childcare and play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in the front foyer area. Observed an unlocked furnace room which allowed children to access spray paint, other toxic items, and cleaning supplies. Observed diaper cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in low bins in the girl's bathroom used by children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.124(d) Excursions
“Observed the complete emergency contact information for all of the school age children on an excursion to the park was not available to the staff on the portable tablet or when the group did not have a wifi signal.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 and #3 contained incomplete addresses for the person designated by the parent for the child to be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed the emergency contact form for child file #3 did not contain the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Observed the emergency contact form for child file #1 and #2 did not contain written parental consent for administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff. Observed the emergency contact form for child file #2 did not contain written parental consent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed the emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations section within the facility emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.71 Heat Source
“Observed a stove accessible to children due to the door of the kitchen/eating area was not locked.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.75(d) On excursions
“Observed a group of children return from an excursion to the local park and the group of school age children did not have a first aid kit with them on the excursion.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Observed the agreement for child file #3 did not specify the child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“Observed an infant sleeping in a bouncy chair in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed in the fawn room and in the fox room there were pack n plays which were not labeled with the name of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.31(b) Staff person - 18 yrs.
“Observed staff #6, who was listed as an aide on the staff data sheet, was under the age of 18 and would only qualify to be a volunteer.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed peeling covers on the large green/orange and green blue blocks. Observed a peeling cover on the small blue block in the gross motor room. Observed a broken black toy bin in the gross motor room. In the school age room observed a damaged sensory table, broken white toy bin, the rest equipment shelf was not anchored, and exposed foam and peeling covers on 5 rest mats. Observed in the girl's restroom, a torn diaper changing pad and a dress up shelf which was not securely anchored. Observed a broken lego block in the skunk room. Observed in the squirrel room, a detached easel tray, loose legs on the tree mobile and a detached end on the wooden couch. In the racoon room observed a broken toy bin of little people. In the bunny room, observed a diaper changing table which was not securely anchored to the wall. In the fawn room observed a torn diaper changing pad. Observed staff cubbies in the front foyer area which were not securely anchored to the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #1, 2, 6, and 9 contained signed disclosure statements which were not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #3 contained a disclosure statement which was signed and dated more than 6 months prior to the staff starting in a childcare position at the facility. Observed staff file #1 did not contain a FBI fingerprint clearance or a NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #2 contained a criminal background clearance receipt and not the actual clearance. Observed staff file #2 contained a child abuse, FBI fingerprint clearance, and a NSOR verification letter which were all dated after staff #2 began working in a childcare position at the facility. Observed staff file #9, who was working in a childcare position, did not contain a NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #4, who was working in a childcare position, did not contain a child abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed the most recent documentation of conducting a fire alarm test revealed the last documented test was conducted on 2/13/26. Observed the fire alarms worked but were not operating as an interconnected system. Alarms were synchronized on the day of inspection and were then in operable interconnected condition.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“Observed the facility did not have a copy of the current certificate of compliance posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
- Feb 26, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center
Is Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center licensed?
Yes. Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center care for?
70, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 701-8553 to ask.
What is Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center's phone number?
(814) 701-8553.
Where is Tatalebas Pines N Puddles Childcare Center?
701 North St, Berlin, PA 15530. The nearest other daycare we list is Jens learning leap childcare center, 0.3 miles away.