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Baughman Family Community Center

71 Columbia Ave, Greenville, PA 16125 · Mercer County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

Baughman Family Community Center is a certified child care center in Greenville, PA, with capacity for 170 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 83 violations, 16 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (27 of 83). 36 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #11 of 19 centers in Mercer County and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 87% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #11 of 19 centers in Mercer County
16 Core-safety citations
67 Other citations
9 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
83 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 36 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 27, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 8, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 28, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 5, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citation May 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 13, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 27
Building & playground safety 13
Health & medication 9
Training & qualifications 7
Caregiver conduct 6
Background checks 5
Emergency preparedness 5
Food & feeding 3
Transportation 3
Supervision 3
Child protection 1
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The facility did not have record of testing the smoke detection system every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The smoke detection system was tested on June 08, 2026, and the results were documented. A testing calendar has been created to ensure the smoke detection system is checked on a regular schedule.”
Citation May 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
The file for Staff #1 was lacking proof of a high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The staff member was notified immediately that proof of education was missing from the file. The program director requested a copy of the staff member's high school diploma or her transcripts. Once received, the document was placed in the member's file (May 28, 2026).”
Core safety Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for Staff #1, who has been employed for more than 90 days, was lacking mandated reporter training. The file for Staff #2, contained a DOE FBI clearance, the NSOR certificate was obtained after their start date and was lacking a signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #3 was lacking a signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #4 contained a volunteer state police clearance and was lacking a FBI clearance and signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #5 was lacking a child abuse clearance and signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #6 was lacking a signed disclosure statement. The file for Staff #7 was lacking a child abuse clearance, FBI clearance and signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #1 completed mandated training and document placed in file. Staff #2 completed and received FBI clearance from the Department of Human Services and document placed in staff file. Staff #3 signed disclosure statement is now in their file. Staff #4 has completed and replaced her State Police…”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
The Facility's Emergency Plan last update was in 2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “The provider reviewed the Emergency Plan and made applicable updates.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for Staff #1, who has been employed for more than 90 days, was lacking emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #1 was provided emergency plan training January 12, 2026. Documentation of the training was signed and dated by staff and placed in staff file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
The bookbag that contained the First-Aid kit, in Room 109, was sitting on the floor, making it accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Corrected on the day of the review. Bookbag was moved to a shelf that was out of reach of children.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The First Aid Kit in Room 111 was lacking tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Tape was added to the first aid kit.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
In Room 109, in the restroom, there was no handwashing sign above the sink. In Room 101, there was no handwashing sign above the sink in the room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Corrected the day of inspection. A handwashing sign was placed above the sink in room 109 and the sink in 101.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In Room 111, there were foam blocks with bite marks in them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “This was corrected and foam blocks removed the day of the inspection.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in Room 101 read at 51 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Corrected the day of inspection, a new thermometer was placed in the refrigerator and it read at less than 45 degrees.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #3 who is a young toddler aged child, contains two health assessments that are more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #3 current health assessment in file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #2 contained a health assessment that was obtained after the staff's start date. The file for Staff #4, #5 and #7 are lacking a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #4 and Staff #5 have updated Health Assessments in file Staff #7 has updated Health Assessment and will be placed in the file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file for Staff #2 contained a TB screening that was obtained after the staff's start date. The file for Staff #4, #5 and #7 are lacking TB screenings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #4 completed and updated document in file Staff #5 completed and updated document in file Staff #7 completed ans updated document in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)
The file for Staff #6 contained a health assessment that was lacking an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #6 has an updated Health Assessment in their file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
The file for Staff #6 contained a health assessment that was lacking a statement of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #6 has an updated Health Assessment in their file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
In Room 101, there was a bottle in the refrigerator that was not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Corrected day of the inspection, the child's name was written on the bottle.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The following intervals as documented on the facility's fire drill log, show more than the required 60 days or less:3.24.25-10.6.25, 11.6.25-none as of the day of inspection 1.8.26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Fire drills will be conducted and documented in compliance with licensing requirements on a monthly basis and at varied times of day. The provider has implemented a 30-day corrective action plan, rather than 60 days, to ensure immediate compliance. All staff will receive retraining on fire drill…”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The following intervals between testing of the fire detection system, as documented on the facility's testing log, are more than the required 30 days or less: 3.22.25-4.23.25, 4.23.25-6.2.25, 6.2.25-7.7.25, 7.7.25-10.6.25, 10.6.25-11.6.25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “The provider will ensure intervals are being done by conducting and implementing fire drills every 30 days and the smoke detection system will be tested at the same time.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
The facility did not send out an annual letter to the local traffic safety authorities indicating the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Corrected. Updated letters have been sent out to local authorities.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff #1 was lacking proof of high school diploma and 2 years of child care experience. The file for Staff #2 was lacking proof of high school diploma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff #1 High School Diploma and Early Childhood Education certificate from Mercer Career Center has been placed in staff file. Staff #2 High School Diploma has been placed in staff file. Both, have been corrected.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The file for Child #1, 2 and 5 all contain agreement forms that were lacking the operator's signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 was corrected the day of inspection by operator signing the document. Child #2 corrected and updated document in file by operator signing the document Child #5 corrected and updated document in file by operator signing the document”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The file for Child #1 and 5 contain Agreement forms that were lacking the fee amounts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 fees added and corrected document in file Child # 5 fees added and corrected document in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
The file for Child #1 and 5 contain Agreement forms that were lacking the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 corrected, date added and placed in child file Child #5 corrected, date added and placed in child file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The files for Child #1 and 5 both contain Agreement forms that are lacking the services provided to the family.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 corrected by adding services provided and updated document in file Child #5 corrected by adding services provided and updated document in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for Child #1 and 3 both contain Agreement forms that are lacking arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 arrival and departure times added and updated document added to child file. Child #3 arrival and departure times added and updated document added to child file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The file for Child #1, 2, 3 and 5 all contain Agreement forms that are lacking the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 release people added, updated form added to child file Child #2 release people added, updated form added to child file Child #2 release people added, updated form added to child file Child #5 release people added, updated form added to child file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The file for Child # 1, 3 and 5 all contain Agreement forms that are lacking admission dates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #1 admission date was added, updated form added to child's file. Child #3 admission date was added, updated form added to child's file. Child #5 admission date was added, updated form added to child's file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
The files for Child #1, 2, 3 and 5 all contain original Agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “All original agreement forms were given to the parents and a copy were placed in the child's file.”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The file for Child #3 contains an emergency contact form that was lacking the parent's work address. The Files for Child #4 and #5 both contain emergency contact forms that were lacking the parent's work address and phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #3 document updated Child #4 document updated Child #5 document updated”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The file for Child #3 contains an emergency contact form that is lacking signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #3 document updated and placed in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the addresses of the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #2 document updated and placed in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The file for Child #2 and #3 both contained emergency contact form's that had updates that were more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #2 updated document and placed in file Child #3 updated document and placed in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The file for Child #2 and #3 both contain Agreement forms that had more than 6 months between updates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #2 is corrected and updated document placed in file Child #3 is corrected and updated document placed in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The file for Child #3 and 5 both contain emergency contact forms that are lacking signed parental consent for the administration of minor first aid procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Child #3 was signed and updated document was placed in child's file. Child #5 was signed and updated document was placed in child's file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The files for Staff #1 and #5 are both lacking 2 written nonfamily reference letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Staff # 1 corrected, 2 reference letters and in file Staff #5 corrected, 2 reference letters and in file”
Citation Jan 8, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The operator did not provide the parent of each enrolled child with information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2026): “Correction made. A letter was drafted and posted on the parent board with the information on how to contact the regional child care office and how to access the regulations electronically.”
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Citation Apr 16, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PQAS APPROVED PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 has completed the required approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR. Successfully completed 06/05/2025. Staff person #1 was supervised by a staff person who approved PQAS Pediatric First Aid and CPR until the approved Pediatric First Aid and CPR was completed.”
Core safety Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff #2 contained a State Police Clearance that was dated 7.16.24, this was more than 45 days after the staff's start date.(See LIS code sheet) The file for Staff #4 was lacking the NSOR clearance. The file for Staff # 7 contained an DOE FBI clearance. The file for Staff #8 was lacking a signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “#2, staff received her clearance before I was hired and currently has the clearance #4, NSOr was sent out in the middle of Jan. waiting on the clearance to return. #7, Staff has completed the clearance, waiting for the clearance to come back #8, volunteer did not get the new hire paperwork for…”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility's emergency plan was lacking a part of the plan that addresses continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “This policy was made and added to the existing emergency plan.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(b)
In the Pre-School Prep Classroom there was a spray bottle with blue liquid in it that did not specify the contents on the bottle. In the preschool room there was a spray bottle with a pink liquid in it that did not specify the contents on the bottle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “The spray bottles that were locked in a cabinet inside of the classroom were clearly marked during the visit. The bottle will be taped over the letters to ensure that they do not rub off.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the infant room was lacking gloves and gauze pads. The first aid kit in the Toddler Room was lacking tape and gloves. The first aid kit in the Preschool room was lacking gloves.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “This was fixed during the visit. Items were onsite and able to be corrected during the visit.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in the infant room was lacking a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “Fixed during the visit”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The file for Child #4 contained an immunization record that was lacking 1 dose of DTAP. HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “Require the child to get the shots/records to facility by 2/28, if they do not have them submitted by then the child will be excluded from care until they have turned them in.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #4 contained a Health Assessment that was obtained after the staff's start date(see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff #7 and #8 were both lacking a heath assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “#4 has physical at this point, #7 and 8 have been informed of requirement and are on list to get the assessments done”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The documented emergency drill on file took place more than a year ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “drill was conducted during the visit”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
The facility failed to notify local traffic safety authority in writing of the location of the facility and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “This was corrected during the visit by way of policy and notification.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for Staff #3 was lacking the 1 hour Health and Safety Update. The file for Staff #4 contained a First Aid card that was not Pediatric First Aid, The file for Staff #6 contained Pediatric First Aid that had expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “The day of the inspection I consolidated the notes from the inspector on items to fix. I then sent letters to each of these employees stating the training that they need to be in compliance. Staff 3 and 4 completed their required trainings. Staff 6 was given the pediatric first aid/cpr sign up form…”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff #4, who is acting in the role of group supervisor, was lacking proof of their credentials in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “I requested the transcripts from #4, she provided and they are on file.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 30 credits/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff #5 who was acting as an AGS was lacking proof of a high school diploma. The file for Staff #7 who was acting as an AGS was lacking proof of high school diploma and proof of experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “#5 was told to turn in the diploma, she turned it in. #7 was told to turn in diploma, she turned it in. The new hire checklist that I use had 'diploma' added to the checklist to make sure that I do not miss this in the future.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
The infant room did not have a posted written daily schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “fixed during the visit”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The files for Child #1, 2, 3, 4.and 5 all contained agreement forms that were lacking the services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “All previous agreement forms have been replaced with the agreement forms from DHS website. All new applications have been updated to reflect the correct form.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The files for Child # 1, 2, 4 and 5 all contained agreements that were lacking the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “ch. 1-5 were given the accurate form referenced on violation 11. All current applications have the accurate agreement from the DHS site.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The file for Child #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 all contain agreement forms that were lacking the people to whom the children can be released to.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2025): “This form was also editted by the previous director. The accurate form was printed from the DHS site and given to the families identified.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The file for Child #2 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the address and phone number for the parent's work place.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “Have the parent sign the form with required information.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file for Child #1 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the addresses of the persons to whom the child may be released. The file for Child #5 contained an emergency contact form that was lacking the address and phone number of the persons to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “Have the parents sign the forms in their entirety.”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
A transportation plan was not posted in the Preschool Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “This was updated and corrected during the visit”
Citation Jan 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The files for Staff #1, 4, 7 and 8 were all lacking 2 written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “All staff were informed that they needed written, nonfamily references”
Core safety Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for Staff #1, the Director of the facility who cannot be a provisional hire, was lacking a signed disclosure statement and the results of their NSOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “I received the NSOR on 8/29/24 in the mail. I will create and track the due by dates on my own, and the staff at larges, clearances and review them mostly.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #1 was lacking a Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2025): “I will completed a physical this morning and have the signed document that is ready to be submitted.”
Citation Aug 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
The file for Staff #1, who is the director at the facility was lacking pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2025): “I will secure a training day/time with the Coroner (they are the local licensed teachers for pediatric first aid/CPR and then complete the training.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
* Based on self-reported non-compliance from the facility as well as interview and video evidence, it was determined that Staff #1·dragged Child #1 several feet down the hall by the hand while the child was laying on the ground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “Staff person 1 was terminated from the company. She is no longer the director here or at CCMC.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
** Based on self-reported non-compliance from the facility as well as interview and video evidence, it was determined that Staff #1·dragged Child #1 several feet down the hall by the hand while the child was laying on the ground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 10, 2025): “The discipline policy has been established and recently passed the requirements for stars 2. Families are required to sign the form which is retained in the child's folder. Staff are informed of the requirements at hire, each week, and at the monthly meeting. Director will obtain staffs signature…”
Core safety Aug 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
*** Based on self-reported non-compliance from the facility as well as interview and video evidence, it was determined that Staff #1·dragged Child #1 several feet down the hall by the hand while the child was laying on the ground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2024): “All staff will complete 2 hours of training regarding discipline through Better Kid Care. Training verification will be submitted to the certification representative by 12/27/24. Appropriate discipline is covered weekly and monthly.”
Core safety Aug 5, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
According to staff interviews, Staff person #1 has used harsh language with children in the center.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “Staff have already been apart of the staff training in August 2024 that covered appropriate usage of communication and how professionalism is required for this job. I have covered the employee manual with the staff which notes this point. Further, when staff are said to have not communicated things…”
Core safety Aug 5, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed to be in the same classroom caring for children. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR and Get Started with Center-based Care: Building Blocks for Quality. Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “Staff person 1 has since completed the required trainings. When asked why he did not completed the required training, he said that he was not told that he needed to do any trainings. Staff person 2 was summer staff and no longer works here.”
Citation Aug 5, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 5/3/24-6/6/24 and 6/6/24-7/10/24, more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “We now have regularly scheduled fire alarm testing with our Center. Everything is scheduled weeks in advance so to not miss any 30-day periods. We have also had the fire department come in and do a show and tell. Our normal procedure now is to have tests done every 28-30 days.”
Core safety May 22, 2024 Inspection Child protection
Required to report 55 Pa. Code §3270.19(a)
On 5/6/24, a staff reported to other staff at the facility that she grabbed a child by the arm too hard. Staff at the facility saw that there was a reddish/purple mark on the child's right arm approximately the size of a dime which later turned to a bruise that afternoon. Staff at the facility did not report this as mandated by the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2024): “Director will hold a staff training day on 8/30/24 and will go over the state law for mandating reporting and inform the staff of 'additional information' for any report that is made. Staff missed calling back with more information once the mark turned into a bruise. In the training, Director will…”
Core safety May 22, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 5/22/24, observed that three PS age children were left in a room for approximately two minutes with a person who is not a staff/facility person at the childcare facility and a disclosure statement, Child Abuse, DHS FBI, PSP and NSOR required under the CPSL were not on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Director will notify staff/teachers on 8/9/24 on each required item (Child abuse, DHS FBI, PSP, and NSOR) per DHS regulations. The due date will be 9/13/24 for required items to be turned into the Director or in extenuating circumstances, there will be an extension until 9/27/24 for the required…”
Core safety May 22, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
On 5/22/24, observed that three PS age children were left in a room for approximately two minutes with a person who is not a staff at the childcare facility. Ratio 0:3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 30, 2024): “Director will retrain all staff and teachers of the regulation 3270.51. This point was not acceptable as the teachers/aides had assumed that the adult in the room with clearances was permitted to temporarily watch the children. Director will address this with the staff and add this point in at the…”
Core safety May 22, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 5/22/24, observed that three PS age children were left in a room for approximately two minutes with a person who is not a staff at the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Director will ask the teachers in Summer group room 2 what they were thinking and going. Director will further bring this point (3270.113 (a)) to an individual point as with 3270.51, to each staff meeting and address the safety concerns and violation of state law. This violation will be addressed…”
Citation May 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
Staff were aware that a child was injured at the facility on 5/6/24 and a reddish/purple mark was left on the child's arm. An incident report was never provided to the parent/guardian, put in the child's file or in the accident file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Director will immediately retrain the staff and teachers to do this (8/6-8/9 as some staff are out until later in the week). The previous director did not inform staff of this requirement/regulation. Forms will be completed the day of and copies will be made and added to the child's folder once the…”
Core safety May 13, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
On 5/6/24, staff #1 got upset with child #1 and squeezed the child by the arm causing a reddish/purple mark, which later turned to a bruise approximately the size of a dime.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Staff #1 immediately resigned from the center.”
Core safety May 13, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
On 5/6/24 and at nap time, staff #2 restrained child #1 by holding the child's hands down by the child's legs while laying on a cot for approximately two to three minutes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Staff #2 was educated on the standards and restrictions of restraining and confining a child.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1 lacked an acceptable Child Abuse clearance on or before start date in a child care position. SEE IS CODE SHEET. There is now a Child Abuse clearance on file and dated 1/2/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “Staff member #1 was hired with a "volunteer" Child Abuse clearance report. Upon her renewing her clearance on 01/02/2024 the status was changed to employment.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
Staff #2, who holds the title of aide, was observed to be caring for children alone in the Toddler Room and not supervised at all times by a staff person qualified at minimum as an assistant group supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “A staff member was immediately assigned to the room to cover and maintain ratio and supervision.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In room 101 observed that the lock for the diaper changing table was not secured and there were disinfectant wipes and Aquaphor labeled as, "Keep out of reach of children" which were in reach of children. In Room 111, observed that the locks for the diaper changing table and under the sink were not secured and toxic diaper creams and cleaning products were in reach of children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “The locks on the diaper changing table and cabinet doors were immediately adjusted and marked to show the proper way to fasten the locks to ensure proper fastening. Staff were immediately made aware of the situation and show the markings.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water temperature at the facility was at or above 115 degrees Fahrenheit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “The hot water heater was immediately adjusted to reflect an appropriate temperature.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
Observed a staff in Room 101 change a child's diaper. The staff did not wash his hands after diapering the child and the staff did not wash the child's hands after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “The staff member was addressed about not washing their hands and reminded about the importance of washing their hands and the hands of the child.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
Written notification of safe routes was not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2024): “The director posted the safety routes for entering and exiting the Child Development Center at the entrance doors from the outside parking lots, the entrance door the center, and the notifications were sent to the families when they received their personal door codes to the building.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for staff #3 lacked the 1-hour health and safety training required by 12/30/22. There is now a 1-hour training on file and dated 3/6/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “Staff #3 transferred the center to help work with the new staff and had completed the 1-hour safety training after the 12/30/2022 deadline due to a misunderstanding on the center director's part. As the corrective action plan the director had the staff complete the training between 3/6/23 - 3/9/23…”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact information on file for child #1 lacks the address and phone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2024): “The emergency information was added to Child #1 form.”
Citation Oct 23, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water at the two sinks in Room 101 and the two sinks in Room 111 was measured at 120 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “Both hot water thermostats were adjusted to the required 110 degrees and not the just one that was indicated for our location.”
Citation Oct 23, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
In Room 101 and 111, observed that the telephone in each room lacked a posting by the telephone, which contained the number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 27, 2023): “A number poster was created and posted by each phone.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Aug 5, 2024 Complaint investigation
4 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 13, 2024 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

About this center

Capacity 170 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 24, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Community Recreation of Northern Mercer County INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00257412
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Common questions

Has Baughman Family Community Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 16 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 Jan 8, 2026 (background checks): “The file for Staff #1, who has been employed for more than 90 days, was lacking mandated reporter training. The file for Staff #2, contained a DOE FBI clearance, the NSOR certificate was obtained after their start date…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Baughman Family Community Center?

Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Baughman Family Community Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 24, 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 Baughman Family Community Center compare with other daycares in Mercer County?

It is tied for #11 of 19 centers in Mercer County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Baughman Family Community Center last inspected?

May 27, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Baughman Family Community Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Community Recreation of Northern Mercer County INC.

Certified centers nearby

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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