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334 W Main St, Somerset, PA
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH
- licensed capacity
- 81
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH
Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH is a child care center in Somerset, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 81 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 39 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageFaith-basedAccepts 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
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 81 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Faith-based (Trinity Lutheran Church) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 81 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 81 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00249326
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 9, 2025: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 39 rules in all · 39 corrected
- Safety and hazards 15
- Building, equipment and play areas 6
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Background checks 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 1
- 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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Dec 9, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
3270.66(b) Original container
“Observed in the preschool 1 room, cleaning supplies stored on the same shelf as cereal and other food items.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.131(d)(8) Age appropriate screenings complete
“Observed child file #2 contained an updated health assessment which did not have a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Observed child file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was obtained 13 months after the previous valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a large green block with a peeling cover in the gross motor room. Observed a lego table with a loose leg in the preschool 2 room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet which did not have a protective receptacle cover, on an extension cord next to the refrigerator in the preschool 2 room. Observed in the school age room, in which children age 5 receive care, an electrical outlet which did not have a protective receptacle cover.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the cabinet door under the sink in the preschool 1 room, did not close completely creating a pinch point.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #1 contained an updated criminal background clearance which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid criminal background clearance. Observed staff file #1 contained updated mandated reporter training which was dated more than 60 months after the previous valid training. Observed staff file #3 contained updated criminal background clearance, child abuse clearance, and mandated reporter training which were all dated more than 60 months after the previous valid clearances or training. Observed staff file #4 contained CPSL required mandated reporter training which was dated more than 90 days after staff #4 began in a childcare position (See LIS code sheet). Observed staff file #5 contained the NSOR verification letter which was dated after staff #5 began in a childcare position (See LIS code sheet). Observed staff file #5, who has been employed more than 90 days (See LIS code sheet) did not contain documentation of completing the CPSL required mandated reporter training. Observed staff file #6 did not contain a valid NSOR verification letter and staff has started in a childcare position (See LIS code sheet). Observed staff file #6, who had resided outside of Pennsylvania within the previous 5 years, did not contain a Florida Child Abuse clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Observed staff file #5 who has been employed for more than 90 days (See LIS code sheet), did not contain documentation of completion of the professional development listed in subsection (f)1-10.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed in the infant room, a loose crib/pack n play sheet in the rest equipment used by an infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed disinfecting wipes, accessible to children in the men's rest room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed two times in the previous 12 months (7/25/25-8/29/25 and 9/26/25-10/31/25) the fire alarm testing log revealed that the fire alarms were tested more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #2 contained an updated health assessment which was dated 25 months after the previous valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 16, 2025
Jun 3, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“Observed multiple items in the main hallway which were partially blocking the egress.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Observed in the outdoor play area with embedded equipment that there were several spots under the slides which did not have the required 9 inches of loose impact absorbing material and were showing torn ground cover material.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2025
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Observed the most recent documented fire drill was conducted on 1/7/25 which is more than 60 days ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“All of the following items are labeled "keep out of the reach of children". Observed mineral oil and bleach water accessible to children on a low counter in the young toddler room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children in the preschool room. Observed hand sanitizer and sunscreen accessible to children in a low shelf in the learning academy room. Observed bleach water accessible to children on the floor in the indoor gross motor room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a low shelf in the school-age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Observed shaving cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", in the arts and crafts area of the school-age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a spot of frayed carpet in front of the older toddler room entrance door. Observed mulch border anchoring stakes which were sticking up above the mulch border creating a visible hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2025
Dec 16, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed in the infant room, pack n plays which were in use and did not have 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed large blocks with peeling covers and exposed foam in the gross motor room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Observed dab o ink bingo daubers which did not have the non-toxic symbol and were labeled "keep out of the reach of children" in the learning academy and in the older toddler room. Observed shaving cream, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", stored with the arts and craft supplies in the learning academy and the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed an infant's pack n play which had a loose sheet which was a hazard which increases the infant's risk of SIDS.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #1 contained a child abuse clearance (6/11/19) and an FBI fingerprint clearance (2/27/29) which are both dated more than 60 months ago making them invalid. Observed staff file #2 contained a volunteer criminal background clearance and a volunteer child abuse clearance which are not valid to work in a childcare position. Observed staff file #3 contained a department of education FBI clearance which is not acceptable for childcare employment. Observed staff file #4 contained updated state police and FBI fingerprint clearances which were obtained more than 60 months after the previous valid clearance. Observed facility person #6 did not contain a NSOR verification letter and did not complete the required mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed electrical outlets which did not have protective receptacle covers on an extension cord in the learning academy and in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed hand sanitizer labeled "keep out of the reach of children" on the windowsill of the school-age room, on a low shelf in the learning academy, and on a low shelf in the older toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 30, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed the fire alarm testing log revealed that one time in the previous 12 months the fire alarm testing was conducted more than 30 days apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Observed staff file #3 contained training in first-aid and CPR which was not one of the approved pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation courses. Observed staff file #5, who has worked in a child care position for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of training in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed an expired Epi pen in the medication box in the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 2, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“Observed original agreements in children's file #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2025
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed a plastic bag accessible to the older toddlers in a low bin in the hallway by their door.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 16, 2025
Dec 19, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that failed to provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
3270.133(7)(i) Name of medication
“The facility was observed to have a Medication Log for child #3 that did not include the name of the medication to be administered.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The facility's Indoor Play space and School-Age rooms were observed to lack the written plan of daily activities posted in the group spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact that failed to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.27(a)(4) Contact when ended
“The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that did not provide a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The file for Child #2 did not contain a Child Service Report”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“An Antibacterial Foam cleaner was observed to be accessible to children in the facility's Pre-School II room.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The files for Children #1 and #2 contained emergency contact forms, and Agreement forms that had not been updated once in a 6-month period as evidenced by Emergency contact forms dated 04/19/23 present in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
Dec 27, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The file for child #4 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The file for child #5 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The pre-school room (upstairs) and the infant room (downstairs) were observed to lack a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #2 was observed to contain an immunization record from a physician, that lacked verification that an Influenza vaccine was administered.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2023
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file for child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked to indicate no disability existed or to provide information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.”
3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) Original container/Name on bottle
“Square shaped foil packets of the medication Montelukast Sodium stored in a plastic baggie were observed in the infant room (downstairs). These foil packets lacked their original container, a label that identified the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files for children #1, #2, #4 & #5 were observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the enrolling parent's work address. The emergency form for child #2 & #3 also lacked the enrolling parent's home phone number. The emergency form for child #1, #4 & #5 also lacked the enrolling parent's work phone number.”
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“The file for child #3 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that lacked the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that lacked a statement regarding Continuity of Operations. The facility was observed to lack a written policy regarding Prevention of Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Heath Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“The urinal and toilet in the boy's bathroom were observed to lack a handwashing sign. The 2 toilets in the toddler room downstairs were observed to lack handwashing signs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 11, 2023
Dec 13, 2021Inspection15 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“On 12/13/21 observed a bottle in the infant room was not labeled with the child's name.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2021
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“On 12/21/21 observed staff file #1, 2, and 7, who have already started providing initial service in a child care setting, did not contain a valid initial health assessment. Observed staff file #3, 4, 5, 6, and 8 contained updated health assessments which were dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2022
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“On 12/21/21 observed staff file #10 did not contain documentation of a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.133(7) Medication log
“On 12/13/21 observed the toddler room did not have a medication log for baby tooth oil which was stored at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“On 12/13/21 observed child file #1 and #2 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 3, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“On 12/13/21 observed a loose crib screw in the infant room. Observed televisions which were not securely anchored to there stands in the preschool 2 room and the learning academy room. Observed a changing table and a filing cabinet not securely anchored in the older toddler room. Observed large blocks with exposed foam and a loose back on a toy house keeping stove in the gross motor room.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2021
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Observed on 12/13/21 the upstairs boys bathroom did not have a hand washing sign by the urinal.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 20, 2021
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 12/13/21 observed cocoa butter and hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a table in the older toddler room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a low shelf in the school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2022
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On 12/13/21 observed the first aid kit in the learning academy room did not contain tweezers.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2021
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 12/21/21 observed staff file #7 contained the CPSL required mandated reporter training which was completed more than 90 days after the staff started in a child care position. Observed staff file #14, a provisional hire, has worked beyond 45 days without a valid NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #12 contained a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not valid for child care employment. Observed staff file #2, a provisional hire who has worked more than 45 days, contained an incomplete criminal background clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 15, 2021
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Observed staff file #9, contained 3 clock hours of child care training completed between 12/19/20 and 12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate
“On 12/21/21 observed staff file #7 and 11 contained documentation of completion of the required health and safety trainings which was completed more than 90 days following the start date in a child care position.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“Observed on 12/13/21 the facility did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 4, 2022
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 12/21/21 observed staff file #7, 11, 12, and 13, who have all been employed for more than 90 days, did not contain documentation of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“On 12/13/21 observed 2 pack n plays in the infant room had loose fitting sheets which poses a risk to the sleeping infants.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH
Is Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH licensed?
Yes. Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on December 9, 2025, with 12 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 39 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 39 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 Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH care for?
81, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH's hours?
Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 445-5436 to ask.
What is Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH's phone number?
(814) 445-5436.
Where is Trinity Evangelical Lutheran CH?
918 Tayman Ave, Somerset, PA 15501. The nearest other daycare we list is The Learning Lamp Ctr for CHDN Somerset, 0.1 miles away.