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The Academy Preschool and Early Education
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About The Academy Preschool and Early Education
The Academy Preschool and Early Education is a child care center in Hollidaysburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 120 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 26 rules across 5 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 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 |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Academy Preschool and Early Education has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for The Academy Preschool and Early Education
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00250331
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 19, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 26 rules in all · 26 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Safety and hazards 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Background checks 3
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- 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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May 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1, observed in care with children had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2026
Nov 5, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file of child #1 had a late initial health assessment due to the fact it was dated more than 60 months after the child's start date.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator in the kitchen downstairs lacked a thermometer.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“The emergency plan was not updated annually this is evidenced by the fact staff were listed in the emergency plan were no longer employed at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The files of staff #2 and #3 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated: staff #2 - 10-2-24 and 9-30-22; staff #3 - 4-17-23 and 3-10-21.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on the smoke detection testing log the smoke detectors were tested more than 30 days apart on the following dates: 10-28-25 to 9-18-25 = 40 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person #4 had not completed Pediatric first-aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first-aid and CPR training on file expiring 6/2025 and documentation of updated Pediatric first-aid and CPR training was completed 9-11-25.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the inspection, observed the chain link fence located at the far right of the outdoor play space had visible hazards of sharp corners from the fencing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2026
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Observed in the dining space of the pre school room located on the second floor of the facility, glass broken within the window and the window was not obstructed to open fewer than 6 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 12, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 had documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry report dated after first day in care with children due to the fact it was dated 12-2-25 (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in the preschool room located downstairs left of the stairs, a cracked bin housing magnets.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed in the preschool room upstairs, 3 broken wooden chairs in the kitchen play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
May 28, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed in the young toddler room, a wooden shelfing unit not anchored presenting a crush hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed in the older toddler room, a brown couch torn on its right arm exposing foam.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 lacked a dated disclosure statement.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
Mar 6, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, there was no documentation the smoke detection system had been tested.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 6, 2025
Jan 10, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with 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 or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.133(7) Medication log
“Observed a prescription medication for child #3 but not medication log was present.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.182(4) Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.123(a) Signed
“At the time of reviewing the files, there was not an agreement in the file of child #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“The file of child #2 lacked and emergency contact form with the child's 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: Jan 10, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was documentation an emergency drill was not conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a broken bin in the preschool room downstairs. Observed a cracked white basket in the childcare space upstairs. Observed a cracked toy bin in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about The Academy Preschool and Early Education
Is The Academy Preschool and Early Education licensed?
Yes. The Academy Preschool and Early Education is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was The Academy Preschool and Early Education last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Academy Preschool and Early Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 5 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 26 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 The Academy Preschool and Early Education care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does The Academy Preschool and Early Education accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are The Academy Preschool and Early Education'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 The Academy Preschool and Early Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 696-2977 to ask.
What is The Academy Preschool and Early Education's phone number?
(814) 696-2977.
Where is The Academy Preschool and Early Education?
1214 S Logan Blvd, Hollidaysburg, PA 16648. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA Dysart Center, 0.8 miles away.