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Irwin Childrens Center
HOLY TRINITY LUTHERN CHURC FIFTH & MAIN STREETS, Irwin PA 15642 · License #CER-00249385 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (724) 836-0099
- Website
- www.shchildservices.org
- Address
- HOLY TRINITY LUTHERN CHURC FIFTH & MAIN STREETS, Irwin PA 15642 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 98 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.21 · Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
A pair of adult scissors were observed on a low cabinet in Classroom 14. The adult scissors were accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the classroom.
Corrected by Dec 4, 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.
A bottle of hand sanitizer, labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children, was observed on top of the cubby shelves in Classroom 14. The hand sanitizer was accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the classroom.
Corrected by Dec 4, 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 outdoor play space, a tote was observed to have a crack which created a potential pinch point.
Corrected by Dec 18, 2025
- Violation
3270.123(b) · A parent shall receive the original agreement. The facility shall retain a copy of the agreement.
The file for Child #1 was observed to contain an original agreement.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings). Child #2 will be dismissed from care at the close of business on 12.4.25.
The current immunization record on file for Children #2 lacked verification that the child had received the ACIP recommended Hepatitis B, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal and Hepatitis A vaccinations. A written exemption was not on file at the time of the renewal inspection.
Corrected by Dec 4, 2025
- Violation
3270.135(a)(3) · If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can.
Staff in Classrooms 14 and 17 reported that diapering occurs in the first floor restroom. A hands free covered can was not present in the restroom area to allow for appropriate disposal of soiled diapers and pull ups.
Corrected by Dec 16, 2025
- 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 exceeded 12 months between annual fire inspections on 12.6.2023 and 1.13.2025.
Corrected by Jan 13, 2025
- Violation
3270.51 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30.
The facility self-reported that Child #1, a preschool age child, was left alone in Classroom 14 when Staff Person's #1 and #2 took the children in the classroom to the restroom. Staff Person's #1 reporting being aware a child was missing when they counted the children after transitioning to the restroom, but they did not realize it was Child #1 until they were brought into the restroom by Staff Person #3.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- 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.
The facility self-reported that Child #1, a preschool age child, was left alone in Classroom 14 when Staff Person's #1 and #2 took the children in the classroom to the restroom. Staff Person's #1 reporting being aware a child was missing when they counted the children after transitioning to the restroom, but they did not realize it was Child #1 until they were brought into the restroom by Staff Person #3. During the time Child #1 was alone in the classroom a Staff Person was unable to see, hear, direct or assess them. It was reported that the child may have been alone for approximately 2 minutes.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- 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.
The facility self-reported that Child #1, a preschool age child, was left alone in Classroom 14 when Staff Person's #1 and #2 took the children in the classroom to the restroom. Staff Person's #1 reporting being aware a child was missing when they counted the children after transitioning to the restroom, but they did not realize it was Child #1 until the child was brought into the restroom by Staff Person #3. During the time Child #1 was alone in the classroom the Staff Person assigned responsibility did not know the child's whereabouts and they were not physically present with the child. It was reported that the child was alone in the classroom for approximately 2 minutes.
Corrected by Jan 15, 2025
- Violation
3270.66(b) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. Toxics shall be stored away from food, food preparation areas and child care spaces.
An unlabeled spray bottle containing a cleaning solution was observed in the locked cabinet in the restroom.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.71 · Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact.
One of the radiators in Classroom #14 and one of the radiators in Classroom #17 were observed to measure 134.4° F at the vent area on top. The vent area was accessible to preschool children receiving care in the spaces.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.74 · The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center shall be posted by each telephone in the facility.
The telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center were not posted at the telephone in Classroom #14.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(1)/3270.131(d)(4) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. A health report shall 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.
The current health report on file for Child #1 lacked information related to a review of the child's health history and an assessment of health problems or special needs and any recommendations for services.
Corrected by Dec 20, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
The file for Child #2, an older toddler, lacked verification that they had received the recommended 4th doses of the DTAP and Pneumococcal vaccinations.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2024
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
The current health report on file for Child #1 lacked a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The current health reports on file for Children #1 and #3 lacked a statement that the child had received all age-appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP since the time of the previous health report.
Corrected by Jan 29, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)(ii) · A record of a person with a positive tuberculin skin test shall include the results of a chest x-ray and evaluation for chemoprophylaxis.
Staff Person #1 submitted a health assessment as a correction for a previous citation. The health assessment indicated that Staff Person #1 tested positive for tuberculin but did not include the results of a chest x-ray and/or evaluation for chemoprophylaxis.
Corrected by Feb 23, 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.
The first aid kit in Room #14, the cafeteria, and the gross motor room were all lacking soap.
Corrected by Dec 11, 2023
- 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 was a bin of magnetic tiles in the play area of the cafeteria that were cracked and not in good repair.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The agreement on file for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2023
- Violation
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
The agreement on file for Child #2 lacked the date of admission.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for Child #1 was lacking the name, address, and phone number for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2023
- 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 two most current health assessments on file for Staff person #1 are dated 3/18/21 and 4/23/23 which are more than 24 months apart. The file for Staff person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to their first day with children (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by Feb 16, 2024
- 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 fire detection log on file contained dates of testing 2/23/23-3/28/23, 5/19/23-6/19/23, 6/19/23-7/24/23, 7/24/23-8/28/23 all which are more than 30 days in between.
Corrected by Dec 12, 2023
- 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 Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30 day smoke detector check there were 49 days between 12/12/22 and 1/30/23 and 33 days between 2/23/23 and 3/28/23.
Corrected by Apr 17, 2023
- 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.
During staff interviews it was verified that a paperclip with a diameter of less than 1 inch was on the floor accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. The paperclip was placed in the mouth of child #1.
Corrected by Apr 17, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
The file for staff person #1 contains an expired version of Health and Safety training. The pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training on file for staff persons #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, and #7 as of 4/29/22 was not taught by a PQAS approved trainer, making the training invalid.
Corrected by Dec 8, 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 person #3 may not work in at the facility until complete clearances are on file at the facility.
A review of staff person #3's file revealed that staff person #3 has resided out of state in the previous 5 years and lacks a sex offender registry clearance from the state where staff person #3 previously resided (SEE IS CODE SHEET). The two most recent state police clearances on file for staff person #2 are dated in an interval which exceeds 5 years or 60 months.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services).
The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for staff person #2 are dated in an interval which exceeds 5 years or 60 months.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- 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 #9 lacks verification of 2 year's childcare experience to qualify as an assistant group supervisor, which is the role assigned to and being performed by staff person #9. The experience on file is not childcare experience.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The file for child #2 contains emergency contact information which lacks the parent's complete work address.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- 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 for child #1 lacks verification of a current Influenza immunization administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP. The file for child #2 lacks verification of a current DTAP, HIB, and Pneumococcal vaccine administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Corrected by Jan 20, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(6) · A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
Observed albuterol in the Pre-K Counts classroom which lacks written parental consent for administration.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.134(f) · Toothbrushes shall be stored with the bristles up and exposed to circulating air.
Observed toothbrushes used by children stored in a cabinet in the cafe room, preventing the toothbrushes from being exposed to circulating air.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- 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 two most recent health assessments on file for staff persons #4 and #8 are dated in an interval which exceeds 24 months.
Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(c) · 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.
The file for Facility Person #2 lacked verification that they had received emergency plan training within 12 months prior to the current training on file.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
- 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 classroom #14 upstairs a bottle of sunscreen was observed in a child's cubby and accessible to the children receiving care in the space. The sunscreen was labeled Keep Out of Reach of Children.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
- 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 Classroom #15 downstairs a small area of peeling paint was observed on the wall to the right at the entrance.
Corrected by Dec 6, 2021
- 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 written emergency transportation plan was missing from Classroom #16 upstairs.
Corrected by Dec 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.131(d)(1)/3270.131(d)(2) · A health report shall include a review of the child's health history. A health report shall include a list of the child's allergies.
The health assessment on file for Child #1 lacked information that included a review of the child's health history and a list of the child's allergies.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(3)/3270.131(d)(4) · A health report shall include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication. A health report shall 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.
The health assessment on file for Child #1 lacked information including a list of any current medications and an assessment of any acute of chronic health problems or special needs or recommendations for treatment or services.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
The health assessment on file for Child #1 lacked a statement that the child had received all age-appropriate screenings recommended by the AAP.
Corrected by Feb 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
The file for Facility Person #1 lacked verification of experience prior to service at the facility.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
- 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 lacked proof of purchase of the interconnected fire system.
Corrected by Jan 10, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Dec 4, 2025 inspection noted: “A pair of adult scissors were observed on a low cabinet in Classroom 14. The adult scissors were accessible to preschool age children receiving care in the clas…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jan 17, 2025 inspection noted: “The facility exceeded 12 months between annual fire inspections on 12.6.2023 and 1.13.2025.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jan 17, 2025 inspection noted: “The facility self-reported that Child #1, a preschool age child, was left alone in Classroom 14 when Staff Person's #1 and #2 took the children in the classroom…” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error