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The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt

948 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931
licensed capacity
57
open each week
5 days

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About The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt

The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt is a child care center in Ebensburg, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 57 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 7 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 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
57 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity57 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
57 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00259978
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 34 rules in all · 32 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 11
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Safety and hazards 7
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Background checks 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safe sleep 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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  1. Aug 18, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “Observed 3 urinals and 1 stall that lacked handwashing signs in the men's bathroom near Room 204.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2026

  4. Oct 17, 2025Visit1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 9/15/25. The facility was unable to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 8/12/24 and 9/3/25. The inspection report dated 9/3/25 indicated some of the fire detection system failed, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2025

  5. Sep 8, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “On 9/15/25 observed approximately a 6-inch section of chipped drywall to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room. On 9/15/25 observed approximately two 1-inch sections of chipped drywall to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete

      “The health report for Child #1 did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 26, 2025

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “The file of Staff #5 lacked a State Police Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #5 contained a State Police Clearance dated 8/11/25 with a previous one dated 6/5/20.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked documentation of emergency plan training at the time of initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 9/5/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease

      “The file of Volunteer #4 lacked an adult health assessment which included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “The facility was unable to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 8/12/24 and 9/3/25. The inspection report dated 9/3/25 indicated some of the fire detection system failed, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.”
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan

      “The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025

    • Discipline and child guidance

      3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded

      “The files of Children #2 and #3 lacked child service reports completed at least once every 6 months. The file of Child #2 contained child service reports dated 10/28/24, 2/3/25, and 9/10/25. The file of Child #3 contained child service reports dated 7/18/24, 2/28/25, and 9/10/25.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “On 9/15/25 the middle stall in the women's bathroom lacked a handwashing sign.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 15, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 9/15/25 observed loose base trim to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025

  6. Jul 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.113(a) Supervised at all times

      “At approximately 12:00 PM Certification Staff observed 3 young toddlers lying on rest equipment behind a bookcase and a chair in the Infant/Toddler Room which did not allow for critical oversight in which Staff #1 could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisees. At approximately 12:45 PM Certification Staff observed 2 preschoolers lying on rest equipment behind bookcases in the Preschool Room which did not allow for critical oversight in which Staff #2 could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisees.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2025

  7. May 29, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.134(a) Child's hands washed

      “On 5/29/25 staff did not ensure children's hands were washed before placing children in highchairs for lunch in the Infant/Toddler Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 5/29/25 observed rust on the first panel of the front lower left fence in the Preschool Outdoor Play Space. On 5/29/25 observed rust on the last section of the fence in the lower left corner of the Infant/Toddler Outdoor Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “On 5/29/25 observed a bookcase to the right of the entrance which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard in the Infant/Toddler Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 25, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “On 5/29/25 observed peeling paint on the third post located in the lower left corner of the Infant/Toddler Outdoor Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 3, 2025

    • Safe sleep

      3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate

      “On 5/29/25 observed a preschool child sleeping on the carpet with a blanket in the Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “On 5/29/25 observed a cracked green square magna tile in the Infant/Toddler Room. On 5/29/25 observed a cracked orange square magna tile in the Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2025

  8. Oct 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “2nd citation. Previously cited on 10/9/24. Observed peeling paint on the gate facing the vocational technical school in the Large Play Space used by preschoolers. Observed peeling paint on the 1st section of the fence between the Small Play Space and Large Play Space closet to the vocational technical school on the Large Play Space side. Observed peeling paint around the gate connecting the Small Play Space and the Large Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2024

  9. Sep 19, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “The file of Staff #1 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a health assessment dated 5/10/23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 22, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy

      “Child #2, a 2-year-old, lacked Hepatitis A immunizations according to the recommendations of the ACIP. Child #2 had documentation of one Hepatitis A immunization.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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: Oct 9, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less

      “On 9/24/24 the electrical outlet to the right of the crib in the Infant/Young Toddler Room lacked a protective receptacle cover.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “On 9/24/24 observed Aquaphor Healing Ointment and Lysol Disinfectant Spray which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 3rd shelf of the metal cabinet in the bathroom which were accessible to children in the Older Toddler/Preschool Room. On 9/24/24 observed Colgate Total Mouthwash which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom bin of a container under the 3rd sink in the women's bathroom which was accessible to children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “On 9/24/24 observed 3 exposed bolts on the corner of the fence opposite of the gate in the Small Play Space used by toddlers. On 10/9/24 observed rust on the gate facing the vocational technical school in the Large Play Space used by preschoolers. On 10/9/24 observed rust on the 1st section of the fence between the Small Play Space and Large Play Space closet to the vocational technical school on the Large Play Space side. On 10/9/24 observed a loose anchor for the fence to the right of the gate connecting the Small Play Space and Large Play Space.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “On 10/9/24 observed peeling paint on the gate facing the vocational technical school in the Large Play Space used by preschoolers. On 10/9/24 observed peeling paint on the 1st section of the fence between the Small Play Space and Large Play Space closet to the vocational technical school on the Large Play Space side. On 10/9/24 observed peeling paint around the gate connecting the Small Play Space and the Large Play Space.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “On 9/24/24 observed small stones with a diameter of less than 1 inch in the Small Play Space used by toddlers.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(c) Each child care space

      “On 9/24/24 emergency contact information was not present for Child #3 when receiving care in the Older Toddler/Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone

      “Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “On 9/24/24 observed a bookcase containing wooden blocks which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard in the Older Toddler/Preschool Room.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.111(b) Posted in group space

      “On 9/24/24 the written plan of daily activities was not posted for Infants.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2024

    • Safety and hazards

      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 were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills.”

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2024

  10. Sep 13, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.103 Small Toys and Objects

      “Observed in the Older Toddler/Pre-school room, 9 foam blocks with teeth marks.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “Observed in the Older Toddle/Pre-school room, a couch located in the reading area with a red cushion torn on the edges, with exposed material.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.131(a) Health information

      “The file of child #3 lacked an initial health assessment within 60 days of start due to the fact the enrollment date was 12-12-22 and the initial health assessment was dated 3-9-23.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.166(1) Written statement

      “At the time of the inspection, there was not an updated feeding schedule for child #1 and there was no feeding schedule for child #2.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2023

    • Food and nutrition

      3270.166(4) Bottles labeled

      “Observed in the infant/young toddler space an Avent brand bottle in the refrigerator not labeled for a specific child.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible

      “Observed in the young toddler space diaper creams labeled "keep out of the reach of children" stored in the bottom of the diaper changing table with the door unlocked. Observed in the hall cubbies labeled for children #1, #2, and #4, with packages of baby wipes labeled, "keep out of the reach of children" accessible to children in care due to the fact they were open shelves and based on the height of the cubbies.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023

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  1. Nov 8, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.82(h) Handwashing signs

      “At the time of the inspection, there was not a handwashing sign at the toilet in the women's restroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the inspection, observed loose fitted sheets in the rest equipment labeled for children #2, #4, and #5.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted

      “The telephone number of the nearest fire department, ambulance, and poison control center were not posted by each telephone in the facility at the time of the inspection.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.27(d) Plan posted

      “At the time of the inspection, the emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone

      “The files of children #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency contact forms with the full addresses of the child's physician or source of medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “Observed in the toddler preschool room, 4 broken Magna Tiles.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “The files of children #1, #2, and #3 lacked emergency contact forms with the full addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “A copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 9, 2022

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

      “At the time of the inspection, the certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 23, 2022

    • Health, medication and illness

      3270.133(7)(i) Name of medication

      “Observed a medication log for child #1 that lacked that name of the medication to be administered.”

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 8, 2022

  2. Aug 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster

      “Observed in the outdoor play space, on the large climber located a section of green peeling paint on the post located at the top of the spiral stairs.”

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Is The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt licensed?

Yes. The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 7 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt care for?

57, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 262-0732 to ask.

What is The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt's phone number?

(814) 262-0732.

Where is The Learning Lamp Center for Children at Apvt?

948 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931. The nearest other daycare we list is Treasured Times Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).