ABC School House
ABC School House is a certified child care center in Uniontown, PA, with capacity for 67 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 39 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #7 of 13 centers in Uniontown and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI clearance that was more than 60 months old. The file for Staff # 2 contain 2 FBI and 2 NSOR clearances that are more than 60 months old.
The record for staff #2 included a current NSOR Verification Certificate dated 1/24/2025, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous NSOR Verification Certificate dated 11/16/2019.
A first aid kit was observed in an excursion bag sitting on the floor inside the entrance to the Pre-K Counts classroom, accessible to children in care.
The lid of a sensory bottle containing broken off pieces of pinecones with a diameter of less than 1 inch was not secured, making the contents accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the Early Head Start Classroom.
The record for child #2, a young toddler, contained a current health report dated more than 6 months following their previous health report.
The record for staff #1 included a current health assessment dated following their first day working in child care.
The fire detection system was not tested at least once every 30 days during the period between 12/2/2024 to 1/27/2025.
The operator's policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment, as per Announcement C-22-03.
The financial agreement and emergency contact information for child #1, #2 and #4 was not reviewed by a parent at least once during the period between 8/2024 and 3/2025. The financial agreement and emergency contact information for child #3 was not reviewed by a parent at least once during the period between 4/2024 and 3/2025.
A protective receptacle cover was not placed in an electrical out on the outside of the building by the entrance to room #2, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
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Handwashing signs were not posted at each of the two toilets in the bathroom off the PKC classroom.
The record for child #2, a young toddler, contained a current health report dated more than 6 months following the date of their previous health report.
The record for child #5, #6 and #7, a preschool child, contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.
The record for staff #1, #2, #3 and #4 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.
The written plan of daily activities was not posted in room #6.
The record for child #1, included an agreement dated 4/3/2024, following their first day of attendance. The record for child #2 included an agreement dated 8/29/2023, following their first day of attendance.
The record for child #1, included emergency contact information dated 4/3/2024, following their first day of attendance. The record for child #2 included emergency contact information dated 8/29/2023, following their first day of attendance.
The emergency contact information for child #2 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/29/2023 to 4/5/2024. The emergency contact information for child #3 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 4/25/2023 to 4/26/2024. The emergency contact information for child #4 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 4/25/2023 to 4/30/2024. The emergency contact information for child #6 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/23/2023 to 4/5/2024. The emergency contact information for child #7 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/29/2023 to 4/23/2024.
The financial agreement for child #2 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/29/2023 to 4/5/2024. The financial agreement for child #3 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 4/25/2023 to 4/26/2024. The financial agreement for child #4 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 4/25/2023 to 4/30/2024. The financial agreement for child #6 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/23/2023 to 4/5/2024. The financial agreement for child #7 was not updated at least once in a 6-month period between 8/29/2023 to 4/23/2024.
The record for staff #1 included a child abuse clearance dated 12/15/2020, which was more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 10/23/2015. The record for facility person #9 who was identified as a volunteer lacked a disclosure statement for volunteers.
A protective receptacle cover was not placed in an electrical outlet on the wall in the back of the preschool classroom and along the outside of the building in the outdoor play space, accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
There were supplies/equipment and furniture partially obstructing the door that leads from the Pre-K Counts classroom into the hallway and the hallway that leads to the front door.
The record for child #4, a preschool child, included a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.
The record for staff #1, #4, #10 and #12 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health report.
The operator did not manually test fire detection system at least once every 30 days during the period between 9/1/2022 to 10/3/2022 and 12/1/2022 to 1/3/2022.
The record for child #1 included a current health report dated more than 60 days following the child's first day of attendance.
Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #7, #8, #11, #12, and #13 completed the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 after December 30, 2022, which was the prescribed timeframe required by OCDEL to complete the training, as per Announcement C-22-06.
The record for staff #8 included professional development as listed in subsections (f)1-9 completed on 3/14/2022, which was more than 90 days following their date of hire - see staff individual codes.
The record for staff #5, who was identified as an Aide, lacked verification of a minimum of an 8th grade education.
The emergency contact information for child #2 and #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
The record for staff #1 included a current state police clearance dated 2/22/2022, more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 2/3/2017; a current child abuse clearance dated 2/23/2022, more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 2/7/2017; and a current FBI clearance dated 2/23/2022, more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 2/6/2017. The record for staff #6 included a current child abuse clearance dated 2/15/2020, more than 60 months following the date of their previous clearance on 10/23/2015. The record for staff #3 who resided outside of PA within the previous 5 years lacked a state criminal history check, state sex offender registry check and state child abuse and neglect registry check from the state in which they resided. Staff #3 may not work at the facility.
A closed receptacle in the sensory room used to contain trash contaminated by human secretions (nasal tissues) was not plastic-lined.
The record for child #2 contained a current health report dated more than 12 months following the date of their previous health report.
The record for staff #2 included a current health assessment dated more than 24 months following the date of their previous health assessment.
Staff person #4 completed CCDBG health and safety training on 4/12/2022, more than 90 days following their date of hire.
The record for staff #5 included verification of mandated reporter training completed on 4/16/2021, more than 90 days following their date of hire.
The emergency contact information for child #1 was not reviewed at least once in a 6-month period between 9/7/2021 and 4/1/2022.
The financial agreement for child #1 was not reviewed at least once in a 6-month period between 9/7/2021 and 4/1/2022.
Staff person #4 completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR on 2/21/2022, more than 90 days following their date of hire.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $48.00 | $48.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $46.00 | $46.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $46.00 | $25.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has ABC School House had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on May 26, 2026 (background checks): “The file for Staff #1 contained an FBI clearance that was more than 60 months old. The file for Staff # 2 contain 2 FBI and 2 NSOR clearances that are more than 60 months old.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about ABC School House?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at ABC School House since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is ABC School House’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Nov 18, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does ABC School House compare with other daycares in Uniontown?
It is tied for #7 of 13 centers in Uniontown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was ABC School House last inspected?
May 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does ABC School House cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $50.00 for newborn, $50.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $48.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs ABC School House?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ABC School House INC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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