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The Childrens Place Early Learning Center Inc
4016 5th Ave, Altoona PA 16602 · License #CER-00248135 · Child Care Center
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- (814) 660-6602
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- Address
- 4016 5th Ave, Altoona PA 16602 · Directions
Hours
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 61 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
The file for staff person #1 was observed to contain a CPR certificate from National CPR Foundation which is not a PQAS approved training or instructor.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
The facility was observed to have a canvas and wood sling style book rack that was broken and unstable in the front room.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
The file for staff person #2 was observed to lack documentation of obtaining a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training in 2024.
Corrected by Oct 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
A rocking chair in the infant room was observed to have a tear in the corner of the cushion.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.101(a) · Play equipment and materials appropriate to the developmental needs, individual interests and ages of the children shall be provided in sufficient amount and variety to preclude long waits for use.
The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have a Police Cozy Coup that was observed to have a broken bolt cap on the wheel causing a sharp edge.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
The file for staff person #3 was observed to lack evidence of renewing their certification in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. This was evidenced by certificates of competence in the file dated 07/21/22 and 07/29/24 demonstrating a lapse of 8 days.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
The files for Staff persons #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were observed to lack documentation of fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional at least annually as evidenced by only documentation of completing an on-line fire safety training course was present in their files.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have a hole in the ground at the gate that is approximately 2" deep and 10"X10" wide, causing a trip hazard.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
The trim pieces on the half wall, and bookshelf in the Pre-K room were observed to have tape that was used to repair the item that is lifting and peeling off.
Corrected by Jan 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
The file for Staff Person #1, was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
The FBI clearance on file for staff person #2 was observed to be greater than 60 months. This is evidenced by 5/10/18 to 6/13/23.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
It was observed that a cordless drill located in one of the cubbies between the preschool and toddler room was visible and accessible to children.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
It was observed that rest equipment was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(1)/3270.133(3) · A prescription or nonprescription medication may be accepted only in an original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
It was observed that the Auvi-g medication for Child #1 was not in the original container, nor did it identify the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
Corrected by Oct 31, 2023
- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
On 10/13/21 observed a cord to a baby swing which was not secured creating a potential strangulation and/or tripping hazard in Room E (Infant Room).
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(a) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem.
The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #2 contained a current health assessment dated 9/29/20 with a previous one dated 8/10/18.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person #1, #4, and #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1, #4, and #7 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file of Staff #1, with a start date of 8/24/21, lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate. The file of Staff #4, with a start date of 6/28/21, lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate. The file of #5 lacked documentation of the National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate by July 1, 2020. Staff #5, with a start date of 1/7/19, had a NSOR dated 9/4/20. The file of Staff #7, with a start date of 9/28/21, lacked a National Sex Offender Registry Verification Certificate.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.75(a) · A first-aid kit shall be in a child care space.
When preschoolers in Classroom A went outside, staff did not take the first-aid kit with them.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
On 10/13/21 observed rust on the entire chain link fence located in the Preschool/School-Age Outdoor Play Space.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
The written plan of daily activities was not posted in Room E (Infant Room).
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
When children in Classroom A went outside, staff did not take the emergency contact information with them for children receiving care.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.131(e)(1) · The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
The file of Child #1, a 6 1/2 month old, lacked DTAP/DTP/TD and Pneumococcal Immunizations in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file of Child #1 had documentation of 2 DTAP/DTP/TD and 2 Pneumococcal immunizations.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
From 12/19/20 until updated on 8/4/21, the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(f)(10) · Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Staff #3 and #6 did not complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff #3 had a start date of 5/19/21 with documentation of completing the online portion only of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 9/28/21. Staff #6 had a start date of 2/10/21 with documentation of completing the online portion only of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation on 10/4/21.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
The facility was unable to provide proof of purchase of the interconnected smoke detectors.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Oct 1, 2025 inspection noted: “The file for staff person #1 was observed to contain a CPR certificate from National CPR Foundation which is not a PQAS approved training or instructor.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 8, 2024 inspection noted: “A rocking chair in the infant room was observed to have a tear in the corner of the cushion.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Oct 19, 2023 inspection noted: “The file for Staff Person #1, was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error