Alliance Day Care & Learning Center
Alliance Day Care & Learning Center is a certified child care center in Coudersport, PA, with capacity for 142 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 61 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (14 of 61). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #1 of 2 centers in Potter County and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The file for Facility person #4 was observed to have more than 60 months for State Police clearance, Child Abuse clearance and FBI clearance.
The school-age room and the two year old room were observed to have wipes, diapers, Lysol, and hand sanitizer that read "Keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children.
The facility's fire drill log was observed to not be testing the smoke alarms every 30 days. This is evidenced by testing dates 9/7/25 to 10/14/25; 11/12/25 to 1/9/26; 4/4/26 to 5/6/26.
It was observed that a health report was not on file for Child #1. The initial health assessment on file for Child #2 was observed to have an initial health report was submitted late. This is evidenced by the enrollment date of 11/29/23 and the initial health report received on 2/3/24.
The File for Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 was observed not to have Health and Safety training.
The File for Facility Person #5 was observed to not have documentation of Pediatric first-aid and CPR training.
Health and Safety training was observed not to have been completed within the first 90 days of employment for Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2, and Facility Person #5. This is evidenced by the start date for Facility person #1 and Facility Person #2 as 2/23/26. The start date on file for Facility Person #5 is 7/7/25.
The Mandated Reporter training on file for Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 were observed to not have completed Mandated Reporter training within their first 90 days of employment. This is evidenced by the start date for Facility person #1 and Facility Person #2 as 2/23/26.
The Agreement on file for Child #1 was observed not to specify the child's arrival and departure times.
The Emergency contact form on file for Child #2 was observed not to include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file for Facility Person #1 was observed not to have annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
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The FBI clearance on file for Staff #3 was observed to be greater than 60 months. The FBI clearance on file for Staff #2 was observed to be done for PDE and not DHS.
The NSOR clearance on file for staff #1 and staff #4 were observed were observed to be greater than 60 months. This is evidenced by staff #1 dated: 11/6/19 and 5/5/25 and staff #4 dated: 11/6/19 and 5/5/25.
It was observed in the basement room 28 an unlocked closet accessible to children containing paint and cleaning supplies
The first-aid kit in the Nursery was observed not to contain soap. It was also observed that eye wash was in the first-aid kit labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children".
The first-aid kit used by the Nursery for excursions from the facility was observed not to have a bottle of water.
Peeling paint was observed on the basement classroom wall, Room 28 on the day of inspection.
The health assessment on file for staff #1 was observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidenced by the date: 6/1/22 and 3/21/25.
The Agreement form on file for Child #1 was observed not to have the child's admission date.
The Emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was observed not to have written parental consent for emergency medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2 was observed not to 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 the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for Child #1 was observed not to have written parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The facility emergency plan does not address continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.
The parent letter explaining the facility emergency plan does not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Observed in the 'Lunch Room' behind the sink a bucket of water lacking a label. Staff identified the bucket to contain soapy water and bleach used for washing the tables.
Observed in Room 21, Toddlers, chipping paint on the side wall near the window.
The refrigerator in the lunch room was lacking a thermometer.
The file for child #2, young toddler, is lacking a health report completed during the previous 6-month period.
The files for child #1, preschool, and child #3, older toddler, are lacking health reports completed during the previous 12 months.
The files for children #1, #2 and #3 are lacking updated immunization reports showing compliance with the ACIP immunization schedule. Child #1, #2 and #3 must be removed from care until compliance with the ACIP schedule is received.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 contain current health assessments that were completed greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The files are now current.
The facility emergency plan does not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The fire drill log identified that the length of time between fire drills exceeded 60 days from 4/17/23 to 6/21/23 to 8/21/23 to 10/23/23.
The fire alarm test log identified the length of time between tests exceeded 30 days from 5/20/23 to 6/21/23, from 8/6/23 to 9/12/23 to 10/23/23, from 11/11/23 to 12/18/23 and from 1/13/24 to 2/13/24.
The file for child #1 is lacking a child service report completed during the past 6 months.
The files for children #1, #2 and #3 are lacking current child health reports.
Staff person #7 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #7 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: approved mandated reporter training
Observed in the Sun Room, Lunch Room and Older Toddler Room spray bottles identified as a cleaning product and lacking a label that specifies the contents.
Observed there to be crumbling plaster and peeling paint on the wall in the far stall of the boy's hallway bathroom.
The files for child #2 and child #3, both older toddlers, are lacking current health reports conducted during the previous 12 month period.
Observed in the medicine case in the lunch room an Epipen that expired 10/2022, an Epipen that expired 4/2023 and Albuterol inhaler that expired 11/2020.
The file for staff person #2 is lacking a health assessment conducted within the previous 24 months.
The file for child #1, older toddler, is lacking an initial health report that was conducted within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does include a current health report.
The files for staff persons #1,2,4,5,6,7,8,9 and 10 are lacking documentation of the required Pennsylvania Health & Safety Update 2022 as required by the announcement issued on 10/4/2022 to be completed by 12/30/2022. The file for staff person #3 contains a Pennsylvania Health & Safety Update 2022 completed after the required date of 12/30/2022 and is now current.
Staff person #7 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). The mandated reporter training on file is not an accepted training.
The file for child #1 is lacking a health report conducted within 60 days of attendance however does contain a current health report. The files for child #2 and child #3 are lacking current health reports within the previous 12 months.
The file for staff person #2 contains a child abuse clearance that expired 12/11/2020 and a current child abuse clearance dated 1/15/2021 which is greater than 60 months following the previous clearance. The file is now current. The file for staff person #10 contains; a state police clearance that expired 8/13/2020 and a current state police clearance dated 8/20/2020 which is greater than 60 months after the previous clearance, a child abuse clearance that expired 8/20/2020 and a current child abuse clearance dated 8/25/2020 which is greater than 60 months after the previous clearance, and an FBI clearance that expired 12/15/2020 and a current FBI clearance dated 5/18/2021 which is greater than 60 months after the previous clearance. The file is now current.
The files for staff persons #7 and #9 are lacking verification of training regarding the facility emergency plan within 90 days of hire.
The operator self-reported that the emergency procedures are shared with parents as part of the parent handbook however a letter explaining the emergency procedures is not provided to parents at enrollment and a letter explaining the recent updates has not been provided to parents.
Observed on the toddler playground damaged wooden fencing with splintering and peeling paint.
The file for child #1, preschool aged, is lacking a health report conducted during the previous 12 month period.
The file for child #2, preschool aged, is lacking documentation of a flu vaccine received during the 2021 year.
The files for staff persons #1, #3 and #7 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments. The files for staff persons #9 and #10 are lacking current health assessments conducted during the previous 24 month period.
The fire system test log showed that the system has not been tested every 30 days with tests conducted 11/5/2021, 1/12/2022 and 3/8/2022.
The provider self-reported that the facility emergency plan has not been sent to the local municipality.
The file for child #2, preschool aged, is lacking a health report and has been in attendance for greater than 60 days.
The files for staff person #2, #7, #9 and #10 are lacking fire safety training completed during the previous 12 month period.
Staff persons #1-10 have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
Staff persons #3 and #6 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): first 9 Health and Safety training topics.
The files for staff persons #7, #9, and #10 are lacking the required 12 hours of child care training completed during the year 12/19/2020 to 12/19/2021.
“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) | $34.27 | $23.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $34.27 | $23.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $34.27 | $23.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $29.42 | $19.95 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $29.42 | $19.95 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $29.42 | $6.93 looks like a weekly or monthly price |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $29.42 | $6.93 looks like a weekly or monthly price |
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 Alliance Day Care & Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 27, 2026 (background checks): “The file for Facility person #4 was observed to have more than 60 months for State Police clearance, Child Abuse clearance and FBI clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Alliance Day Care & Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Alliance Day Care & Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Alliance Day Care & Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Sep 14, 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 Alliance Day Care & Learning Center compare with other daycares in Potter County?
It is #1 of 2 centers in Potter County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Alliance Day Care & Learning Center last inspected?
May 27, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Alliance Day Care & Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $34.27 for newborn, $34.27 for infant, $34.27 for young toddler, $29.42 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Alliance Day Care & Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Coudersport Alliance Church.
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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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