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YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care
- licensed capacity
- 92
- open each week
- 5 days
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About YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care
YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care is a child care center in Windber, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 92 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 92 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 92 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 92 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00248478
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 5, 2025: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 31 rules in all · 30 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Safe sleep 2
- Background checks 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Transportation 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Nov 5, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Second citation, previously cited on 9-18-25, the file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Observed staff #1 in the toddler space located upstairs during nap time. The room lacked sufficient lighting to effectively supervise. In addition, staff #1 was the only staff member in the room and they were sitting in the far corner of the room on a recliner/rocker looking at her cellphone. Therefore, not providing proper supervision to the children for which she was responsible.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2025
3270.106(a)/3270.113(e) Clean, age appropriate/Restraints prohibited
“Observed the rest equipment for child #1, an older toddler, over 24 months placed in a large play pen. The play pen had a manufacturer's label "for use of children 0-24 months." Staff #2 reported child #1 is placed in the play pen to "keep her from getting out and to the other kids." Therefore, the play pen was used as a form of restraint and not according to the manufacturer's guidelines.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
Sep 18, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation an emergency drill was conducted annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
3270.192(2)(iii) Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of staff #5 had Mandated Reporter training completed more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 4-29-25 and 2-29-20.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.182(5)/3270.182(6) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“The file of child #5 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff and signed parental consent for walking excursions.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.133(7) Medication log
“Observed medication for children #1 and #3 but not medication logs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed prescription medication for child #4 with an expiration date of 6/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“At the time of the inspection, there were not copies of the emergency contact forms for children #2 and #5 in the rooms where they were observed to be receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files of children #3 and #6 lacked emergency contact forms with the complete addresses of the individuals designated by the parents to whom the children may be released.”
3270.124(b)(5) Information re: special needs
“The file of child #7 lacked an emergency contact form with information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent or physician or "NA" if not applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“The files of children #3, #5, #6, and #7 lacked emergency contact forms with the enrolling parents' complete work addresses and phone numbers.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had annual evaluations completed more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #1 had late clearances due to the fact they were dated: PSP 4-21-25 and 3-1-20; and Child Abuse: 3-11-25 and 3-1-20. The file of staff #2 had late clearances due to the fact a complete clearance was dated 4-14-20 and another report, but not PSP was dated 9-13-22. Therefore, the valid clearance was more than 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The files of staff #1, #3, and #4 had documentation of completing Fire Safety training late due to the fact they completed more than 12 months apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The file of staff #2 lacked documentation of completing the 1 hour Health and Safety Training update.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2025
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Observed on the outdoor place space, Step 2 Skyward Summit rock wall climber lacking 9" of loose fill due to the fact the fill measured less than 2 inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2025
Sep 11, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii) 8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“The file of staff #1, an aide, lacked documentation of education at initial employment. The education on file was a high school diploma dated May 2024, which was approximately 2 months after initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“Observed sinks in both toddler rooms too high for the able children to reach; furthermore, staff reported lifting and holding the toddlers at the sinks to wash their hands.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed in the preschool #2 room, plastic bags accessible due to the fact they were in the bottom left unlocked drawer of the teacher's desk.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Observed a pack and play not labeled for child #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“The files of children #1, #2, and #8 lacked an agreement with the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file of staff #3 had FBI clearances more than 60 dates apart due to the fact they were dated 2-22-24 and 1-15-19.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“Observed loose sheets in the in the pack and plays labeled for child #1 and #2. Observed in preschool #1 and #2 rooms, adult scissors accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The files of children #2, #5, #7, and #8 lacked emergency contact forms with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.133(4) Locked
“Observed an Epi-pen for child #4 stored in their backpack hanging on a hook in the classroom accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2024
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility
“The file of staff #2, an AGS had proof of 1.5 years' experience rather than 2 years' experience.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
3270.133(7) Medication log
“There was not a medication log for prescription medication observed for child #4.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Based on the smoke detection testing log and information from the director, testing of the system is done more than 30 days apart at times because the testing is done monthly.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2024
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“The file of child #6 had an agreement that lacked an enrollment date.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
Sep 20, 2023Inspection24 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“Observed the documentation of emergency drills revealed that the most recent emergency drill was conducted on 6/6/22 which is more than 14 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“Observed the operator did not send a copy of the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“Observed the facility did not notify the local traffic authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility within the previous 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #2 contained an incomplete initial health assessment which was obtained after providing initial service in a childcare setting. Observed staff file #4, contained an incomplete updated health assessment which was dated more than 24 months after the previous valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed the group of children in the preschool room, who were dancing and singing prior to lunch, did not wash their hands prior to sitting down to eat their lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.133(7) Medication log
“Observed the operator did not have an established medication log for an epi pen, children's benadryl, and prescription diaper cream which are stored at used at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed an expired epi pen in the locked medication box in the preschool/school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) Immunization record/Dismissal policy
“Observed child file #5 and #4 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: Oct 4, 2023
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Observed child file #5 contained a most recent health assessment dated 5/13/22, which was dated more than 15 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed the emergency contact form for child file #4, did not contain the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.123(b) Parent receives original
“Observed child file #1, 2, 3, and 4 contained incomplete original agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Observed staff file #1, 6, 10, 11, 13, 14 contained documentation of updated fire safety training which was conducted more than 12 months after the previous completed fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Observed staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff #5 has not completed 3270.31(f1-9).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #2 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #3 contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was signed on 2/1/23 which is after staff #3 started in a childcare position (1/16/23). Observed staff file #5, contained a CPSL required disclosure statement which was not signed by a witness. Observed staff file #5, who has been in a childcare position for 4 months did not contain a child abuse clearance or a NSOR verification letter. Observed staff file #7, a provisional hire, contained a NSOR verification letter which was dated more than 45 days after staff #7 started in a childcare position. Observed staff file #8, a provisional hire, did not contain a child abuse clearance which is required to be on file for a provisional hire. Observed staff file #9, contained a criminal background clearance which had a status of request pending.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“Observed staff file #2, 3, 5, 7, 9, 12 did not contain documentation of 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.37(b)(3) 8th grade + 2 yrs
“Observed staff file #9, an aide, did not contain documentation of an 8th grade education and 2 years of experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed in the small preschool room, two electrical outlets and one on the end of a string of decorative lights which did not have protective receptacle covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a low shelf in the upstairs cubby area. Observed hand sanitizer accessible to children on a bag on a low shelf in the young toddler refrigerator. Observed Fabreeze spray, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the downstairs bathroom and in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an instant ice pack, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant room. Observed an unlocked closet on the first floor which contained paint, lysol cleaner, and disinfectant spray.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“Observed shaving cream, labeled keep out of the reach of children, store with the arts and crafts materials in both of the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.72(b) Screened
“Observed the middle window in the older toddler room, which was open for ventilation, had a damaged screen.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a damaged corner with rough edges on a plastic camp house in the preschool/school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“Observed the embedded swing set in the preschool play area did not have the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission recommended 9 inches of loose-filled protective surface covering.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed staff file # 2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Observed staff file #5 contained documentation of completed pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation which was completed more than 90 days after the date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2023
Sep 6, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3270.131(e)(1) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Observed child file #2 and #3 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: Sep 13, 2022
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“Observed in the toddler outdoor play area, many small objects/mulch with a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed two ceiling vents in the infant room which needed to be cleaned. Observed an exposed bolt at the entrance gate to the preschool play area. Observed an elevated refrigerator in the toddler room which is a visible hazard and needs to be securely anchored to the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed a torn diaper changing pad in the infant diaper changing area. Observed in the toddler room, a bucket table which did not have the manufacturers safety straps for the seats.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.133(5) Original label
“Observed an expired epi pen on top of the refrigerator in the preschool/school age room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 and #3 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: Sep 8, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“Observed staff file #1 contained an updated health assessment which was dated more than 26 months after the previous valid health assessment. Observed staff file #3 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 16 months prior to staff #3 began providing initial service in the child care setting. Observed staff file #4 contained an incomplete updated health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“Observed the facility did not have documentation of completing a fire drill from December 2021 until May of 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed the facility did not have documentation of testing the fire alarms at least every 30 days and also did not have a fire alarm system annual testing letter.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2022
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“Observed staff file #4 contained 6 documented hours of child care training, out of the required 12 clock hours of child care training, during the period of 12/19/20-12/19/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool room. Observed cleaning scrubber, accessible to children, in an unlocked low cabinet in the infant toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“Observed staff file #2 contained a volunteer child abuse clearance which is not valid for child care employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 12, 2022
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Observed multiple above ground windows, which were not restricted to 6 or fewer inches, in both preschool rooms and the toddler room.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 7, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care
Is YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care licensed?
Yes. YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 5, 2025, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 30 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 YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care care for?
92, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (814) 467-6939 to ask.
What is YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care's phone number?
(814) 467-6939.
Where is YWCA Kuddle Korner Day Care?
119 Hoffman Ave Ste 1, Windber, PA 15963. The nearest other daycare we list is Burketts Watch Me Grow Early Lrng Ctr Richland, 1.1 miles away.