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Gilson Child Development Center
903 Payne Ave, Erie PA 16503 · License #CER-00244130 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (814) 413-0177
- Website
- www.cdcenters.org
- Address
- 903 Payne Ave, Erie PA 16503 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Schedule type not published.
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 211 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
Per staff statements, Staff #1 placed Child #1 in a low highchair that did not have straps and walked away to get the tray. Child #1 fell forward and hit their head.
Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety 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.
Staff #4's most recent fire safety training was dated 8/21/24 which was more than 12 months ago.
Corrected by Nov 24, 2025
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Staff #2's file contained a certificate that they completed the GED course, but it did not contain the staff's actual GED certificate.
Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Staff #3's file did not contain any written references at the time of inspection.
Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(e) · The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan.
The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include the address for the evacuation site, the method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises, or the 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.
Corrected by Aug 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
Staff person #1 file contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 10/14/24 which is more than 90 days after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Jul 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Staff #3's file did not contain documentation of evaluated proof of education of the person's foreign diploma.
Corrected by Sep 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In the Fox room(105) there was a protective outlet cover missing from a power strip near the door. In the Deer Room(113) there were 2 protective outlet covers missing from a power strip near the refrigerator.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the outside preschool play space, the outside book bag which contained sunscreen, that stated keep out of reach of children, was sitting on a wooden box accessible to children. In the Fox Room (105) the outside bag was hanging on a low hook with sunscreen, that stated keep out of reach of children, was in an outside pocket accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.75(b) · A first-aid kit must be inaccessible to children.
While outside in the preschool play space the book bag that contained the first aid kit was sitting on a wooden box accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 22, 2025
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
In the Coyote Room (109) the first aid kit was missing assorted band aids and tweezers. In the Owl Room (111) the first aid kit was missing scissors. In the Fox Room(105) the first aid kit was missing sterile gauze. In the Deer Room(113) the first aid kit was missing sterile gauze. In the Butterfly Room(103) the first aid kit was missing sterile gauze.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
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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.
In the Porcupine Room(112) the Doll house with the red roof the roof was splintered along the top.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
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3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
At approximately 115pm in the Porcupine Room(112) it was observed that 8 children were resting on cots that were not at least 2 feet on 3 sides of the rest equipment.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
The daily schedule was not posted in the indoor play spaces Room 110 and Room 108.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the indoor play spaces Room 110 and Room 108.
Corrected by Jul 23, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Staff #2 file only contained 1 written nonfamily letter of reference.
Corrected by Jul 24, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In the Deer room there was a disinfectant bleach bottle on the counter by the sink accessible to children.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
In the coyote room a hand washing sign was missing near one of the sinks.
Corrected by Apr 2, 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.
In the outside toddler play space was a broken bubble mower missing 3 wheels and 3 of the bubble wands were broken off the mower.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the coyote room with older toddler age children were foam blocks with teeth marks and missing pieces of the block were bitten.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii) · 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 5/19/22 and 8/12/24, more than 24 months apart.
Corrected by Dec 17, 2024
- 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 facility did not have a policy to address the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- 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.
Staff #1 Pediatric first aid and CPR expired 7/2024 and was not renewed on or before expiration of the most current certification.
Corrected by Aug 30, 2024
- 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 # 4 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Staff #4's file did not contain required out of state criminal history and child abuse and neglect clearances. They are more than 45 days after date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
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3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
In the duck room outlet covers were missing on a power strip.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
The cabinet under the sink was unlocked and accessible to children. It contained orange spray solvent cleaner and germicidal cleaner that stated keep out of reach of children.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
In the fox room the first aid kit was missing scissors.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
In the squirrel room there was peeling paint on the right side of the exit door near the floor.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
- 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.
In the owl room was a broken plastic bin with sharp edges. In the toddler indoor play space the mat was ripped exposing foam. In the porcupine room was a cracked plastic bin lid that had sharp edges.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
In the toddler indoor play space was a foam ball with bite marks accessible to children still putting objects in their mouths. In the squirrel room there was a small drawer on the lower counter that container staples accessible to children still putting objects in their mouths.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
In the porcupine room a section of the kitchen set was not attached to the rest of the set causing it to be unstable when touched.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
In the rabbit room the daily schedule was not posted.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises.
At approximately 1:05pm in the coyote room it was observed that 2 children had their heads covered with blankets making the staff unable to properly supervise both children.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- 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.
In the butterfly room an emergency contact form was missing for one child that was receiving care in that child care space.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
In the rabbit room an infant bottle was not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Staff #2 file contained 2 reference letters, but they were from the same person. Staff #1 file now has a 2nd reference letter dated 6/28/24 which is after their first day of working with children(See LIS Code Sheet). Staff #3 file did not contain 2 references until 7/8/24 which was after their first day of working with children(See LIS Code Sheet).
Corrected by Aug 14, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
The most current emergency drill was conducted and documented on 11/3/22 which was more than 12 months prior.
Corrected by Aug 15, 2024
- Violation
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff #2 contained documentation of Emergency Plan training on 1.12.22 and 8.10.23, which exceeded the annual requirement. The file for Staff #3 contained documentation of Emergency Plan training on 7.9.21, 8.17.22, and 7.26.23, which exceeded the annual requirement in 2022.
Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The Child Abuse Clearances, in the file for Staff #1, were dated 11.13.17 and 11.17.22, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement. The Mandated Reporter trainings, in the file for Staff #1, were dated 11.1.17 and 11.16.22, which exceeded the 60-month renewal requirement.
Corrected by Aug 21, 2023
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3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Peeling paint was located around the left side of the first sink in Room 107, Ducks.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
A handwashing sign was not posted at the toilet, closest to the sinks, in Room 111, Owls. A handwashing sign was not posted at the left toilet in Room 112, Porcupines.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Protective receptacle covers were not placed in two (2) of the electrical outlets, on the surge protector, in room 107, which were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
The file for Staff #3 contained only one (1) nonfamily reference.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff #1 contained Emergency Plan training on 7.9.21 and 8.5.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement. The file for Staff #4 (see IS Code Sheet) contained documentation of Emergency Plan training on 8.15.22, which was not within 90 days of hire.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- 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 file for Staff #4 contained Fire Safety training on 8.18.20 and 8.15.22, which exceeded the annual renewal requirement.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- 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. Staff #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff #2 did not contain the required out-of-state clearances.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
In an unlocked closet, in room 106, the following toxics were located and accessible to children in care, all of which stated, "Keep out of reach of children": Yardley Body Lotion, Equate Stomach Relief, and Aleve Liquid Gels. In an unlocked closet, in room 109, a 14 oz. bottle of Parent's Choice Baby Oil was located, was accessible to children in care, and stated, "Keep out of reach of children."
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
Nonporous gloves were not located in the first-aid kit in room 107.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
Handwashing signs were not posted at toilets or sinks in rooms 107, 109, 110, 111, 112, and 113.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- 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.
Cracked plastic, approximately 6", was located on the front panel of a wooden oven playset, which was accessible to children, and created a scraping/cutting hazard for children in care, in room 111.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(e) · A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
An Emergency Transportation Plan was not displayed in room 111.
Corrected by Aug 5, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. 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 Immunization Record, in the file for Child #1, did not contain verification of the Hepatis A vaccination, as recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The files for Staff Person #2, 3, 4 and 8 did not include documentation of initial training in the facility's Emergency Plan.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire: A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #5, who has been working at the facility for more than 90 days (6/21/21) did not include documentation of Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training.
Corrected by Oct 28, 2021
- 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. Facility Person #1 and 8 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1 did not include an FBI Clearance on the DHS form. FBI Clearance was on the DOE form. The file for Staff Person #8 did not include a State Police Clearance.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #3, who was hired as an Assistant Group Supervisor, did not include documentation of two years of child care experience. File for Staff Person #3 contained a valid CDA, which counts as one year of experience.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.91(a) · Stairways, hallways, exits from rooms, exits from the facility and other means of egress serving as an exit shall be unobstructed.
The emergency exit in the Squirrel's Room was blocked by a table.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During naptime, Staff Person #9, who was working as a floater in the Rabbit's Room, could not identify by name the five children she was supervising.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
- Violation
3270.124(b)(6) · Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The Emergency Contact Form in the file for Child #1 did not include the insurance policy number.
Corrected by Nov 12, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
The read date for the initial/current TB screening in the file for Staff Person #7 was dated after the Staff Person's first day working in child care.
Corrected by Oct 7, 2021
- Violation
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
The initial/current health assessment in the file for Staff Person #6 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care. The initial/current health assessment in the file for Staff Person #7 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Corrected by Nov 12, 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.
The windows for the rooms on the West Side (Rear Hall) of the building were leaking. Observed ladders, masonry equipment, frames, pallets and other debris from reconstruction at the main entrance and exit by Door #8 of facility.
Corrected by Jun 28, 2021
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Oct 22, 2025 inspection noted: “Per staff statements, Staff #1 placed Child #1 in a low highchair that did not have straps and walked away to get the tray. Child #1 fell forward and hit their…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Oct 22, 2025 inspection noted: “Staff #4's most recent fire safety training was dated 8/21/24 which was more than 12 months ago.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jul 22, 2025 inspection noted: “The parent letter explaining the emergency procedures did not include the address for the evacuation site, the method for facility persons to contact parents as…” — what has changed since then?
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