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Smarty Pants Day Care Llc
255 Grove Ave, Johnstown PA 15902 · License #CER-00254936 · Child Care Center
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- (814) 254-4942
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- 255 Grove Ave, Johnstown PA 15902 · Directions
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When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 78 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Observed an electrical power strip which lacked protective receptacle covers on the counter to the right of the rest equipment in Room 2 used by preschoolers at the time of the inspection.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
- 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.
Observed broken and/or loose fence wire on the first section of fence to the right of the storage shed in the Upper-Level Outdoor Play Space.
Corrected by Apr 7, 2026
- Violation
3270.123(a)(1) · An agreement shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(a) · Emergency contact information is required for each enrolled child. Emergency contact information must reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
Emergency contact information was not provided for Child #2. Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not reference who shall be contacted in an emergency.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2026
- 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 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. The files of Staff #1, #3, and #4 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022 (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of completing the health and safety update on 1/26/23. The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of completing the health and safety update on 9/11/23. The file of Staff #4 contained documentation of completing the health and safety update on 1/25/23.
Corrected by Mar 31, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(3) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Corrected by May 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(4) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for a 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.
The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for a 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 May 9, 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 operator lacked documentation of providing a letter to the parent explaining emergency procedures addressing the following: accommodations for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises; accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises; a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises; a 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; and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by May 9, 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. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #2, staff person #2 may not work in a child-care position at the facility
Staff person #2 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring January of 2025. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file. Staff person #2 has documentation of completing first aid and CPR on 1/24/25 but it is not pediatric first aid/CPR training; however, the trainer is PQAS-certified in Pediatric first aid and CPR.
Corrected by Apr 1, 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.
On 3/26/25 observed 3 Great Value Bleaches which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the bottom shelf of the closet in the Toddler Room which were accessible to children. On 3/26/25 observed Claire Disinfect Spray and 8 Febreeze Fabric Extra Strength which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 2nd shelf from the bottom of the closet in the Toddler Room which were accessible to children. On 3/26/25 observed 3 Desitin and Boogie Diaper Rash Spray which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the changing table between the Infant and Toddler Rooms which were accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 26, 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.
On 3/26/25 observed rust on 8 panels of chain link fence from the corner of the building towards the road and on the gate at the front in the School-Age Outdoor Play Space.
Corrected by May 9, 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.
On 3/26/25 observed the sinks in the bathrooms located in the lower level of Building 1 lacked handwashing signs. On 3/26/25 observed the toilet in the bathroom located between the Toddler and Infant Rooms lacked a handwashing sign.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
- 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.
On 3/26/25 observed children's chairs and an art easel obstructing the 1/2 door that separates the kitchen area and play area in the Toddler Room.
Corrected by Mar 26, 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.
On 3/26/25 observed approximately a 1-inch and a 4-inch crack to the right of the caterpillar's head on the caterpillar tunnel creating rough edges in the Outdoor Play Space.
Corrected by Mar 27, 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.
At approximately 1:00 PM on 3/26/25 Certification Staff observed 1 child lying on rest equipment behind a child's table in the Toddler Room which did not allow critical oversight in which the supervisor could see, hear, direct, and assess the activity of the supervisee.
Corrected by Mar 26, 2025
- 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.
Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Mar 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(c) · A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.
The health report for Child #1 did not include the individual's professional title.
Corrected by Apr 2, 2025
- 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.
The facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by May 9, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6)/3270.27(f) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
The facility created an emergency drill log, but it did not address special accommodations the facility used for any category of children, the total number of adults and children participating in the drill, and problems encountered or observations during the drill.
Corrected by Apr 1, 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.
On 3/26/25 the smoke detector in the lower level of Building 1 was not operable.
Corrected by Mar 26, 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 facility's emergency plan did not have documentation of addressing continuity of operations. The file for Staff # 1 and Staff #2 did not have documentation of the Health and Safety update being completed by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Mar 15, 2024
- 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.
In the school-age outdoor play area it was observed that there were cinder blocks, siding, and a gutter laying on the side of the building.
Corrected by May 1, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The Emergency contact form on file for child #1 was observed not to contain the name, address, or phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Mar 18, 2024
- 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 on file for Child #2 was observed not to include health insurance policy number for the child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Corrected by Mar 18, 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 file for Staff Person #1 was observed not to have completed Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Corrected by Mar 24, 2023
- 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.
On the day of inspection, it was observed that liquid cleaners were located under the unlocked sink cupboard in the kitchen area making them accessible to children.
Corrected by Mar 23, 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 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 3/15/22 - 4/27/22 and 6/24/22 - 7/27/22 and 8/22/22 - 9/27/22 and 10/25/22 - 11/29/22.
Corrected by Apr 10, 2023
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person #1 will have until March 28,2023 to complete the mandated reporter training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1 must be supervised, when interacting with children by an AGS, primary staff person who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are not staff persons(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
Staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Corrected by May 3, 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. Facility Person #2 may not work at the facility.
Although the file for Staff #2 contained complete Pennsylvania clearances at the time of inspection, it was observed that the file lacked a NSOR request at the time Staff #2 began working with children. Staff #2 has lived out of state in the last 5 years and did not have documentation of requests for Florida clearances. Therefore Staff #2 was incorrectly provisionally hired.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2022
- 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.
In the Main Room, by the entrance to the basement, there was a radiator cover that had detached from the frame causing a rough edge and hazard to the children in care.
Corrected by Mar 14, 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 file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 24 months after the previous assessment.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2022
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iv) · 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.
The file for Staff # 2, lacked verification of education or training. Staff was present on the day of inspection acting as an aide.
Corrected by Mar 14, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Mar 24, 2026 inspection noted: “Observed an electrical power strip which lacked protective receptacle covers on the counter to the right of the rest equipment in Room 2 used by preschoolers at…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Mar 26, 2025 inspection noted: “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 copi…” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Mar 14, 2024 inspection noted: “The facility's emergency plan did not have documentation of addressing continuity of operations. The file for Staff # 1 and Staff #2 did not have documentation…” — what has changed since then?
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning · Source records · Report an error