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339 Grandview Ave, Indiana, PA
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University Early Care and Education Ctr
- licensed capacity
- 152
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About University Early Care and Education Ctr
University Early Care and Education Ctr is a child care center in Indiana, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 152 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 5 years
- Hours today
- 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 152 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | PA Department of Human Services Subsidized Child Day Care program (Child Care Works) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| More | Founded November 1970 |
| Licensed capacity | 152 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
University Early Care and Education Ctr has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for University Early Care and Education Ctr
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 152 children
- License number
- #CER-00259675
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 21 rules in all · 21 corrected
- Safety and hazards 4
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Background checks 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
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 13, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“The most recent parent review and signatures for the emergency contact forms on file for Child #1 (6/10/25), Child #2 (10/29/25 & 4/30/26), Child #4 (10/30/25 & 4/30/26) and Child #5 9/5/25 & 4/30/26) are dated more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The two most recent parent review and signatures for the financial agreement forms on file for Child #1 (3/24/25 & 4/11/26), and Child #5 (9/5/25 & 5/6/26) are dated more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff Person #1 are dated 9/8/24 and 2/5/26, which are more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The letter to the parents explaining the emergency procedures was lacking accommodations for infant, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The file for Child #3 contained a health assessment dated 5/19/25, which is more than 60 days after date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
Feb 13, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Based on a self report made by the facility and staff statements, on 2/5/26, child #1, a preschool aged child, was kicking staff and knocking over chairs because the child was upset. Staff #1 picked the child up by the arm and carried the child out of the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on staff statements, on 2/5/26 at approximately 11:30 am, Staff #1 yelled, "you're not going to get lunch today" to a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Visit3 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Center-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed that there were cleaning solutions and disinfectant wipes in an unlocked cabinet underneath the sink in the Guppies/Room 124.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.64 Outside Walkways
“An incident was reported that on 1/6/26 at approximately 8:27AM that a parent who was carrying their child, fell on the icy sidewalk/steps outside of the Guppies Infant/Toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
Jan 8, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Center-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 9, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed that there were cleaning solutions and disinfectant wipes in an unlocked cabinet underneath the sink in the Guppies/Room 124.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 14, 2026
3270.64 Outside Walkways
“An incident was reported that on 1/6/26 at approximately 8:27AM that a parent who was carrying their child, fell on the icy sidewalk/steps outside of the Guppies Infant/Toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 6, 2026
May 8, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #3 contained State Police Clearances dated 7/8/19 and 7/12/24, Child Abuse Clearances dated 7/15/19 and 7/19/24, which are more than 60 months apart, and a NSOR certificate dated 11/6/19, which is older than 60 months. The file for Staff Person #2 contained a NSOR certificate dated 9/10/24 which is more than 45 days from date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The files for Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #5 contained NSOR certificates dated 2/26/20 and 2/28/25, which are more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff Person #7 contained NSOR certificates dated 2/27/20 and 2/28/25, which are more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff Person #8 contained a NSOR certificate dated 3/11/20, which is older than 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2025
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“The two most recent health assessment on file for Child #1 are dated 9/29/20 and 4/22/24 which are more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 23, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #3 contained mandated reporter training certificates dated 7/7/19 and 7/29/24 which are more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 29, 2024
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“It was observed that there was a portable air conditioner unit that was in front of the outside exit door in the dew drop classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The emergency plan training on file for Staff Person #2 is dated 2/29/24 and 5/8/25, for Staff Person #6 is dated 2/19/24 and 5/8/25, which are both more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff Person #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet: Get Started with Center-Based Care 10 hrs. Revised certificate is dated 8/29/24”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2024
May 14, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The two most recent Child Abuse Clearances on file for Staff Person #3 are dated 6/11/18 and 6/15/23 which are more than 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“In the bathroom in the toddler G-4 room, there was not a handwashing sign above the toilet.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The two most current health assessment on file for Staff Person #2 are dated 8/18/21 and 10/2/23 which are more than 24 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the Pre-K Room #23 it was observed that there were rips on the vinyl covers of the rest mats causing the foam to be exposed, cracked magnetic tiles, and foam building blocks with teeth marks and missing pieces.”
Correction date in the state record: May 14, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain the one-hour Health and Safety Training update that was due by 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
May 8, 2023Inspection18 rules cited
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed in the bathroom of G-23 (Comets) and G7/9 (Caring and Sharing), that the garbage can that is used for disposal of diapers or pull-ups was not hand-free.”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“Child #4's most recent immunization record dated 10/21/22 lacked the required number of MMR, Varicella, and influenza vaccines according to the child's age.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Staff person #1 had a previous fire safety training dated 9/30/21 and a current fire safety training dated 1/6/23. Staff person #2's most recent fire safety training is dated 1/25/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1, #3, and #6 obtained the updated health and safety training after the required date of 12/30/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2023
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Child #4's file contained a health assessment dated 3/15/22 and a subsequent health assessment dated 10/21/22 which were more than 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2023
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Child #2's emergency contact information lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone numbers. Child #3's emergency contact information lacked telephone numbers for the enrolling parents.”
Correction date in the state record: May 25, 2023
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“Child #4's emergency contact information lacked the address of the child's physician.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2023
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Little pieces of mulch measuring less than an inch in diameter were observed on the ground in the infant/toddler playground area, which caused a choking hazard to be accessible to the toddlers receiving care there.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“The large playhouse on the preschool side of the playground had splintered wood on the flat table surface, which could cause splinters.”
Correction date in the state record: May 9, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“One of the exit doors in the gross motor room (room #G-16) was observed to be obstructed by two arm chairs that were in the hallway in front of the double doors of the gross motor room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2023
3270.66(b) Original container
“There were toxic cleaning materials on top of the refrigerator in room G-15 (Dew Drops), that could have contaminated the food in the refrigerator if they were knocked over or leaking causing a hazard to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2023
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The wood mulch underneath of the outdoor embedded play equipment on the preschool playground measures between 5"-7" in different areas around the embedded equipment. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recommendations call for 9" of wood mulch.”
Correction date in the state record: May 17, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Child's #5's file contained a most recent health assessment dated 1/19/22 .”
Correction date in the state record: May 26, 2023
3270.151(c)(1) Physical examination
“Staff #4's current health assessment stated a physical examination was not conducted.”
Correction date in the state record: May 19, 2023
3270.74 Emergency Numbers Posted
“The emergency numbers list that was located in each of the child care spaces and also by the main telephone lacked the telephone number for the nearest hospital.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Review of the current fire detection system report on file indicated areas of failure of the fire detection system in the building. There was no additional documentation that the areas of failure had been corrected. Each of the child care rooms contained additional interconnected fire detection units that were separate from the buildings fire detection system. Those units were tested during the inspection and were audible in each of the child care rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Child #1, #4 and #5 had previous and subsequent financial agreements that were reviewed and updated with more than 6 months in between. Child #4 had a previous and subsequent emergency contact form that was reviewed and updated with more than 6 months in between.”
Correction date in the state record: May 18, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #5's disclosure statement was for volunteer purposes and not for employment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2023
May 3, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the Comets room.”
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2022
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“The outdoor gross motor space lacked the required nine inches of mulch under the embedded equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed an exposed bolt on the back of the "No mutts, no butts" sign in the outdoor gross motor space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for staff person #5 are dated more than 5 years or 6 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The NSOR on file for staff person #4 is dated more than 45 days after staff person #4 began in a child care taking position. The two most recent updates to the FBI clearance on file for staff person #5 are dated more than 5 years or 60 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 21, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The Health and Safety training on file for staff person #1 and staff person #2 is dated prior to 09/20/16, making it invalid. The file for staff person #3 contains verification of Health and Safety training completed more than 90 days after staff person #3 began in a child care taking position. A review of staff files determined that the FA/CPSR training present in the file for staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, and #9 which was previously acceptable was not an approved training as of 4/29/22. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 will have until 8/04/22) to complete the required Health and Safety training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff persons #1 and #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an assistant group supervisor who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff persons #1 and #2, staff persons #1 and #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2022
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“A review of staff files determined that the FA/CPSR training present in the file for staff persons #1 and #2, #5, #6, and #8 which was previously acceptable was not an approved training as of 4/29/22.”
Correction date in the state record: May 16, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The agreement and emergency contact information on file for child #2 were updated in an interval greater than 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2022
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“The file for child #1 lacks verification of a current Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #2 lacks verification of a current Hepatitis A vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“The file for staff person #2 contains verification of 9 hours of child care training completed in the most recent year of service. The file for staff person #5 contains verification of 5 hours of child care training completed in the most recent year of service.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about University Early Care and Education Ctr
Is University Early Care and Education Ctr licensed?
Yes. University Early Care and Education Ctr is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was University Early Care and Education Ctr last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has University Early Care and Education Ctr had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 21 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 University Early Care and Education Ctr care for?
152, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does University Early Care and Education Ctr accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are University Early Care and Education Ctr's hours?
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does University Early Care and Education Ctr cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (724) 349-1821 to ask.
What is University Early Care and Education Ctr's phone number?
(724) 349-1821.
Where is University Early Care and Education Ctr?
570 S 11th St, Indiana, PA 15705. The nearest other daycare we list is Keys Montessori School, 0.5 miles away.