Christian Family & Childrens CTR
Christian Family & Childrens CTR is a certified child care center in Donegal, PA, with capacity for 35 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 87 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (23 of 87). 29 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #72 of 85 centers in Westmoreland County and has more citations per inspection than 95% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At approximately 10:30 AM on 8/13/26, Staff #1 was observed in the Main Room with 1 Infant, 2 Young Toddlers, 1 Older Toddler, and 3 Preschoolers while Staff #4 was in the classroom restroom.
In Room 111, exposed bolts were observed on both sides of the base of the toilet. The floor tile in the Main Room contained a layer of film creating a fall risk for children and could cause injury. In the outdoor play space, the grass was observed to be overgrown and could be hazardous to children.
The bathroom in the Main Room lacked handwashing signs at the two training chairs.
In the bathroom in Room 111, a small table was observed obstructing the exit door which leads to the hallway.
In the Main Room, a red bin with a broken corner was observed to be accessible to children and could be harmful. In the Gross Motor space, the door on the plastic toy kitchen was observed to be cracked and was not in good repair.
In the Main Room, a crib used by Child #1 lacked a label with the child's name/number specifying the use of a specific child.
The two health assessments on file for Child #4 (Younger Toddler at the time) are dated 7/16/25 and 2/4/26, more than 6 months apart.
The immunization record for Child #1 (Infant) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of Hepatitis B, 1 dose of Rotavirus, 2 doses of DTAP, 2 doses of HiB, 2 doses of PCV, and 1 dose of Polio without a Letter of Exemption in the file. The immunization record for Child #3 (OT) lacked the following immunizations: 1 dose of Hepatitis A without a Letter of Exemption in the file.
The health assessment on file for Child #2, dated 3/16/26, does not indicate if the child is free from contagious disease and may participate in child care.
The facility's fire drill log contained consecutive hypothetical locations for the fire used for the fire drill in July 2025 and August 2025.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 5/4/26-6/4/26, more than 30 days apart.
The facility's annual traffic letter, dated 6/18/26, was not sent to the local traffic safety authorities.
The two most recent mandated reporter trainings on file for Staff #2 are dated 5/24/21 & 7/21/26, more than 60 months apart.
The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff #3 is dated 7/2025.
The file for Staff #1, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, included documentation of 2 years of experience with children but lacked documentation of a high school diploma or general education development certificate.
The financial agreement forms on file for Child #2 and Child #3 lacked the operator's signature.
The financial agreement forms on file for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked the fee amount for the services provided by the facility.
The financial agreement forms on file for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked the date the fee is to be paid to the facility from the parent.
The financial agreement forms on file for Child #2 and Child #4 lacked the child's date of enrollment.
The file for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #5 contained the original financial agreement when the parent is to receive the original agreement.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent to obtain emergency medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #3 lacked the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 lacked complete addresses for all listed release persons.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the parent's signature giving the facility written consent to administer minor first aid.
At approximately 11:00 AM, Staff #1 was observed alone in the Main Classroom with 1 Infant, 3 Younger Toddlers, and 3 Older Toddlers. At approximately 11:07 AM, Staff #2 returned to the Main Classroom with 1 Older Toddler.
A vacuum cleaner cord was observed to be unraveled and accessible on the floor of the bathroom that is used by children, which could cause injury.
In the Main Classroom, outlet covers were missing in the outlet near the closet and in the power strip next to the fridge.
Damaged paint and plaster were observed in multiple areas under the shelf in the bathroom.
In the Main Classroom, a young toddler and an older toddler were seated in a table with three bucket seats and were observed without the T-shaped safety straps buckled.
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The two most recent State Police clearances (6/8/20 & 6/28/25), Child Abuse clearances (6/9/20 & 7/22/25), and FBI clearances (6/9/20 & 7/1/25) on file for Staff #1 are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent State Police clearances (6/11/20 & 7/15/25), Child Abuse clearances (6/11/20 & 7/18/25), FBI clearances (7/13/20 & 7/24/25), and NSOR certificates (4/3/20 & 7/21/25) on file for Staff #2 are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent Child Abuse clearances (4/27/20 & 4/29/25) and NSOR certificates (4/9/20 & 6/17/25) on file for Staff #3 are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent State Police clearances (6/2/20 & 6/11/25, Child Abuse clearances (6/1/20 & 7/3/25), FBI clearances (7/12/20 & 7/18/25), and NSOR certificates (4/6/20 & 7/24/25) on file for Staff #4 are dated more than 60 months apart. The two most recent National Sex Offender Registry certificates on file for Staff #6 are dated 4/6/20 and 7/25/25, more than 60 months apart.
Adult scissors were observed to be accessible in the desk drawer om the Main Room. Adult scissors and thumbtacks were observed accessible in the desk drawers in Room 111 and could cause injury to children.
The initial emergency plan training on file for Staff # is dated 5/31/25, more than 90 days beyond Staff #5's date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET).
In Room 111, the outlet in the bathroom lacked protective electrical covers.
Standing water was observed in the sink of the play kitchen in the outdoor fenced play space.
Rest equipment in the Main Room was observed to be torn with exposed foam and not in good repair.
In the Main Room, a 3-seat table did not contain any T-shaped safety straps.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2 (Younger Toddler at the time) are dated 6/27/24 and 7/8/25, more than 6 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3 (Young Toddler) are dated 3/12/24 & 2/25/25, more than 6 months apart.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #3 are dated 2/20/23 and 7/21/25, more than 24 months apart.
The current health assessment on file for Staff #3, dated 7/21/25, indicates that the staff person has a communicable/contagious disease, with no additional information given.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 8/1/24-9/19/24 and 2/2/25-3/5/25, more than 30 days apart.
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #3 and Staff #4 were dated 1/28/23 and 3/22/25, more than 24 months apart.
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff #2 (1/30/24 & 7/10/25), Staff #3 (1/30/24 & 6/1/25), Staff #4 (1/30/24 & 7/24/25), and Staff #6 (1/30/24 & 7/22/25) are dated more than 12 months apart.
Staff #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (SEE IS CODE SHEET): Pediatric First Aid/CPR. The training was completed on 3/22/25.
The file for Staff #5, classified as an Assistant Group Supervisor, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or general education development certificate.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and Child #2 lacked a complete address and phone number for each listed person whom the child may be released to.
The file for Staff #1 included an NSOR certificate dated 7/16/24, more than 45 days after hire (See LIS Code Sheet) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
The most recent Emergency Plan training on file for Staff #2 is dated 6/23/23, more than 1 year prior.
The facility's emergency plan lacked a letter to parents explaining the emergency procedures for the following topics: shelter and lockdown, evacuation, method to contact parents during an emergency, method to inform parents the emergency has ended and instructions on how to safely be reunited with their children, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
In Room 111, an outer and surge protector lacked protective coverings.
Peeling paint was observed in the Main Classroom next to the garbage can, underneath the telephone.
In the Main Classroom bathroom, an exposed screw was observed on the base of the toilet and was accessible to children. In the Fenced Playground, a white cracked plastic bin was observed with sharp edges and could be hazardous to children.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3 (YT, currently OT) were dated 1/18/23 and 2/6/24, more than 6 months apart and more than 6 months prior. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4 (YT) are dated 4/28/23 and 6/29/24, more than 6 months apart.
The most recent health assessment on file for Child #1 is dated 8/21/23, more than 12 months prior.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #2 (dated 6/7/22 and 7/24/24) and Staff #3 (dated 1/28/22 and 5/2/24), were more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessment on file for Staff #5 is dated 5/29/22, more than 24 months prior.
The current health assessment on file for Staff #1 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease.
The most recent written documentation of an emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 6/2/23, more than 1 year ago.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 10/6/23-11/6/23, 12/6/23-1/6/24, and 1/6/24-2/6/24, more than 30 days apart.
The file for Staff #4 contained the 6-hour Health and Safety Basics training dated 2/26/19, which is after the acceptable timeframe of 9/30/16-6/30/18.
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #5 are dated 6/11/22/ and 7/13/24, more than 24 months apart.
Staff #1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.
The two most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff #2 are dated 6/22/23 and 7/2024, more than 1 year apart.
The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 lacked written parental consent for the facility to obtain emergency medical care.
The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #1 lacked complete addresses for all listed release persons.
The Emergency Contact form on file for Child #2 lacked written parental consent for the facility to administer minor first-aid procedures.
The file for Staff #2 contained 6 of 12 annual child care training hours.
Staff #1 lacked documentation of completion of Pediatric First aid and CPR training conducted by a PQAS instructor in the staff file and was observed caring for children unsupervised on 10/20/23 at approximately 10:30 AM.
Person #11, who does not qualify as child care staff, was observed in the preschool room at approximately 10:30 AM with 6 preschool children in the classroom.
Person #11, who does not qualify as child care staff, was observed in the preschool room at approximately 10:30 AM with 6 preschool children in the classroom.
The operator lacked updated sections in their emergency plan that addresses the operators plans for continuity of operations in response to an emergency to maintain compliance with 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii) per Announcement C-22-04.
There was bleach sanitizer and hand sanitizer located on the shelf and in the bathroom in both the main and preschool rooms that were accessible to the children in care.
The first aid kit in the preschool room lacked soap, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves as required.
The facility lacked a hand washing sign at each toilet in the main and preschool bathrooms.
The black square bin in the dramatic play area in the preschool room was cracked and broken posing pinch points. The turtle sandbox in the outdoor play area was cracked and broken posing pinch points.
The refrigerator in the preschool room lacked a thermometer.
Child file #2 contained health reports dated 7/12/22 and 8/3/23 which exceeded the 12 months as required for a preschool aged child.
Child files #1, and #3 lacked documentation of influenza vaccination in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Child files #2 lacked documentation of the following updated vaccinations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP: HIB, Pneumococcal, Influenza, MMR, Varicella and Hepatitis A.
Staff file #2 contained health assessments dated 6/1/21 and 6/5/23 which was more than 24 months as required.
All staff persons 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.
Child file #1 lacked the date of the child's admission on the agreement form.
Person #11 who was observed caring for children in the preschool room lacked an individual file with all the requirements to serve as a staff person.
Child file #1 contained health report dated 8/3/21 but lacked an updated health report as required every 12 months for an older toddler.
Child file #2 lacked documentation of influenza vaccination administered in accordance with the schedule as recommended by the ACIP.
The facility lacked a medication log with written parental consent for administration of the Epi Pen for child #2 while the child is in care.
Emergency contact forms for Child #3 and #4 were not present in the child care space while the children were receiving care.
Staff file #1 lacked copies of two written nonfamily references attesting to the staff person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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) | $62.00 | $62.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $62.00 | $62.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $52.00 | $52.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $52.00 | $52.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $33.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $33.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.00 | $33.00 |
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.
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Common questions
Has Christian Family & Childrens CTR had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Aug 13, 2026 (staff ratios): “At approximately 10:30 AM on 8/13/26, Staff #1 was observed in the Main Room with 1 Infant, 2 Young Toddlers, 1 Older Toddler, and 3 Preschoolers while Staff #4 was in the classroom restroom.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Christian Family & Childrens CTR?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Christian Family & Childrens CTR since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Christian Family & Childrens CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3 (accredited), effective Sep 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 Christian Family & Childrens CTR compare with other daycares in Westmoreland County?
It is tied for #72 of 85 centers in Westmoreland 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 Christian Family & Childrens CTR last inspected?
Aug 13, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Christian Family & Childrens CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $62.00 for newborn, $62.00 for infant, $52.00 for young toddler, $52.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Christian Family & Childrens CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Indian Creek Valley Christian Family & Childrens C.
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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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