Discovery Kids Daycare Center
46 Valley Pike, Johnstown, PA
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Wonder Years Learning Center is a child care center in Johnstown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 34 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 34 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Wonder Years Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 52 rules in all · 49 corrected
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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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 2/24/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
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 manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/16/26, 4/13/26, and 4/28/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 had a Mantoux test read date of 2/26/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a loose heat register cover under the kitchen pass-through in the Back Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
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 2/24/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
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 manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/16/26, 4/13/26, and 4/28/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of tuberculosis screening by Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 had a Mantoux test read date of 2/26/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed a loose heat register cover under the kitchen pass-through in the Back Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 4, 2026
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“The health assessment for Staff #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 2, 2026
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 manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided a written record that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/6/25, 3/31/25, 4/2/25, 4/21/25, 4/25/25, 5/15/25, 6/6/25, 7/2/25, 8/12/25, 9/4/25, 9/30/25, 10/29/25, 11/19/25, 12/4/25, 12/16/25, 1/6/26, 2/3/26, and 2/26/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 had a Mantoux test read date of 10/17/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of pediatric first aid and CPR conducted by a PQAS approved trainer completed on 1/20/26. The file of Staff #2 contained documentation of first aid and CPR training completed on 8/25/25, but the course was not a PQAS approved curriculum conducted by a PQAS approved trainer.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.92(b) Fixed space heater approved
“Observed a space heater mounted on the wall in the Infant Room. Observed a space heater mounted on the wall in the Young Toddler Room. The facility lacked documentation that fixed space heaters were approved for use by a fire safety professional.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Emergency drills were not conducted annually. The facility provided documentation of an emergency drill being conducted on 4/20/25 with a previous one conducted on 3/14/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a toy house with a crack at the bottom of the door frame in the outdoor play space. Observed a climber block with exposed foam in the Older Toddler Room. Observed broken Magna Tile accessories in the Preschool Room. Observed a cracked bin containing wooden blocks in the Older Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“The Infant Room lacked a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can in which to discard soiled diapers.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026
3270.82(j) Running water - diapering
“A source of running water for handwashing was not present in the Young Toddler Room diapering area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026
3270.131(d)(1) Child's health history
“The health report for Child #2 did not include a review of the child's health history.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed rest equipment not labeled for the use of a specific child in the Infant Room and Older Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The file of Child #1 lacked an update health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #1 contained a health report dated 12/1/25 with a previous one dated 5/29/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Observed trash contaminated by human secretions or excrements which was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“The file of Staff #2 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. The file of Staff #2 contained one written, nonfamily reference.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #3 lacked a valid State Police Clearance and a valid Child Abuse Clearance. The file of Staff #3 contained a volunteer State Police Clearance dated 6/27/23 and a volunteer Child Abuse Clearance dated 7/2/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.131(d)(7) Free from contagious/communicable disease
“The health report for Child #2 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.131(d)(4) Acute or chronic health problem
“The health report for Child #2 did not include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing, or lead poisoning.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed bottles which were not labeled with the child's name in the Infant Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/12/25. Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/12/25. 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: May 6, 2025
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At approximately 11:55 AM Certification Staff observed Staff #1 sitting at a table with 9 children in the Preschool section of the Front Room. When asked to name the children, Staff #1 named all 9 children. When asked to provide the ages of the children, Staff #1 identified 1 child as an Older Toddler and 8 children as Preschoolers.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“2nd citation. Previously cited on 3/12/25. The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original agreement to the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2025
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed adult scissors in the top drawer of the pink bin located in the Preschool section of the Front Room which were accessible to children. Observed 1 pack 'n play with a loose sheet in the Infant section of the Front Room creating a potential suffocation hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2025
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.”
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff #5 lacked renewal of their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff #5 had documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 2/7/24 with a previous training completed on 1/20/22 with an expiration date of 1/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of Staff #1 lacked a disclosure statement signed at the time of initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a disclosure statement dated 8/13/24. The file of Staff #3 lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #3 contained a NSOR dated 2/18/25. The file of Staff #4 lacked a State Police Clearance prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #4 contained a State Police Clearance dated 5/7/24. The file of Staff #6 lacked a State Police Clearance, DHS FBI Clearance, and National Sex Offender Registry Certificate updated every 60 months. Staff #6 had a State Police Clearance dated 11/4/24 with a previous one dated 9/12/19. Staff #6 had an FBI Clearance dated 11/16/21 with a previous one dated 1/22/16. Staff #6 had a NSOR dated 3/4/25 with a previous one dated 1/14/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed an electrical outlet which lacked a protective receptacle cover in the purple cabinet containing rest equipment in the Preschool section of the Front Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed Germ X Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the pink bin located in the Preschool section of the Front Room which was accessible to children. Observed Members Mark Disinfecting Wipes and Equate Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the purple cabinet behind the table in the Preschool section of the Front Room which were accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed an Aloe Vera plant on the table in the Back Room. Observed Madeira Ivy on the fence in the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed approximately a 1 inch by 8-inch hole in the fence at the entrance to the outdoor play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a bin containing Magic Tracks with a 2 by 2-inch piece and 1/2 by 1/2-inch piece missing creating rough edges in the Back Room. Observed a cracked Magic Track with rough edges in the Back Room. Observed two wooden blocks with rough edges in the Preschool section of the Front Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“Observed a plastic shelf containing food and transportation items and a duck shelf containing blocks which were unstable because they moved from side to side in the Toddler section of the Front Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The written plan of daily activities was not posted in the Back Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2025
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The emergency contact and agreement for Child #3 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact was reviewed on 1/4/24, 6/18/24, and 1/2/25. Child #3's agreement was reviewed on 1/4/24, 6/11/24, and 1/2/25. The emergency contact for Child #4 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #4's emergency contact was reviewed on 1/3/24, 6/18/24, and 1/2/25. The agreement for Child #5 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's agreement was reviewed on 2/23/24, 6/11/24, and 1/1/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.152 Adult Hygiene
“Observed staff who did not wash their hands before snack in the Toddler section of the Front Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #2 contained a current health assessment dated 2/13/25 with a previous one dated 1/16/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“The files of Children #3 and #4 lacked an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler. The file of Child #3 contained health reports dated 9/8/23, 2/28/24, and 2/26/25. The file of Child #4 contained health reports dated 8/2/23, 1/11/24, and 1/23/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Emergency contact information for Children #1 and #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
3270.123(b)/3270.182(8) Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.
“The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original agreement to the parent.”
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 9:20 AM on 3/17/25 Staff #7 left 2 young school-age children and 1 older school-age child alone in the Back Room while Staff #7 answered the door in the Front Room to allow certification staff into the facility. At approximately 12:00 PM Certification Staff observed a school-age child leave the Front Room and enter the Back Room alone to use the bathroom located off the Back Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility had a policy that addressed the recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, and distraught child, but the policy did not address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2025
3270.27(d) Plan posted
“The operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
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 are rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location is never the same for consecutive drills.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested at least every 30 days. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was manually tested on 3/11/24, 3/20/24, 3/22/24, 4/21/24, 5/20/24, 6/19/24. 7/18/24, 7/30/24, 8/21/24, 9/18/24, 10/16/24, 11/5/24, 12/2/24, 1/3/25, 2/3/25, 2/28/25, and 3/6/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The facility's emergency plan did not contain documentation that addresses continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for Children #1, #2, and #3 were observed not to contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 7, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“In the preschool room, it was observed that magnetic blocks were cracked and play food boxes were bitten and torn..”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #1contained an incomplete initial health assessment and a TB test which was dated after their first day working in a childcare position. Observed staff file #2 contained an initial health assessment which was dated after their first day working in a childcare position.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 29, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed the outdoor play area, the fence was detached from multiple fence posts. Observed exposed bolts on the entrance gate and on all of the corner posts.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023
3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3) Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test
“The file for Staff #1 was observed not to contain a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file for Staff #1 was observed not to contain verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The facility fire drill log showed that the facility has not been regularly testing the facility's fire detection system every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing being documented 6/8/22 to 8/4/22 to 10/14/22 to 12/15/22 to 2/20/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2023
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“The facility fire drill log showed that the facility did not conduct fire drills every 60 days. This is evidenced by there being a gap of more than 60 days from 8/4/22 to 10/14/22 and 12/15/22 to 2/20/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“The health report on file for Child #1 and Child #2 were observed not to contain documentation of an influenza immunization being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2023
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on interviews with Staff, Child #1 was placed on the wrong bus on September 7, 2022, by Staff #1 due to the operator not obtaining complete bus information. Supervision and ratio were not maintained when Child #1 was released to an individual (bus driver) inappropriately.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on interviews with Staff, Child #1 was placed on the wrong bus on September 7, 2022, by Staff #1 due to the operator not obtaining complete bus information. Supervision and ratio were not maintained when Child #1 was released to an individual (bus driver) inappropriately.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on interviews with Staff, Child #1 was placed on the wrong bus on September 7, 2022, by Staff #1 due to the operator not obtaining complete bus information. Supervision and ratio were not maintained when Child #1 was released to an individual (bus driver) inappropriately.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.117(a) Released only to parent or designee
“Based on interviews with Staff, Child #1 was placed on the wrong bus on September 7, 2022, by Staff #1 due to the operator not obtaining complete bus information. Supervision and ratio were not maintained when Child #1 was released to an individual (bus driver) inappropriately.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on Smoke Detection Log documentation, smoke detectors are not being tested at least every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“A pack n' play in use by an infant, lacked 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“The Agreement for Child #1 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The Emergency Contact information was not present in the Front Room for Child #2 and Child #3. The children were present and receiving care in the room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2022
3270.134(d) Liquid or powdered soap
“The sink next to the infant changing table lacked soap to be used for handwashing.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff # 1 contained a Department of Education FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2021
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“The facilities emergency plan lacked accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency lockdown.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
3270.71 Heat Source
“The radiator in the Preschool room had pipes that were accessible to children that exceeded 127 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 29, 2021
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“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: Nov 15, 2021
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“The facilities emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 15, 2021
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FAQ
Yes. Wonder Years Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 49 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.
34, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 535-1330 to ask.
(814) 535-1330.
260 Ohio St, Johnstown, PA 15902. The nearest other daycare we list is Sprangle Family Learning Center, 0.3 miles away.