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Crayon Clubhouse III

2620 Memorial Blvd, Connellsville, PA 15425 · Fayette County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4

Crayon Clubhouse III is a certified child care center in Connellsville, PA, with capacity for 99 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 38 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 38). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 7 centers in Connellsville and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#4 of 7 centers in Connellsville
4 Core-safety citations
34 Other citations
7 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
38 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 25, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation Sep 17, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 23, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 19, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 7, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 27, 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 13
Building & playground safety 8
Health & medication 6
Emergency preparedness 5
Caregiver conduct 2
Training & qualifications 1
Staff ratios 1
Sleep safety 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 25, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter to the parents explaining the emergency procedures does not address annual emergency drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Provider added the sentence, " We are required to complete annual emergency drills." to the letter to parents. Provider also made note of the change in the emergency plan adorned by the date of the addition and signature.”
Citation Mar 25, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The staff file for Staff person #1, contained a current health assessment dated 12/4/25 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 10/6/23 health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Provider acknowledges that Staff Persons #1 health assessment exceeded the required 24-month timeframe. Upon discovery, the staff member was immediately scheduled for and completed an updated health assessment on 12/4/2025.”
Citation Mar 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The child file for Child #2 contained a current child service report dated 11/20/25 that was not completed every 6 months from the previous report dated 1/1/25 on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Provider will monitor Child service reports to ensure that they are complete within six months of from the previous one. All children are to have a Child Service Report completed within their first 45 day and we complete them ever January and July.”
Citation Mar 25, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The child file for Child #1 was observed to contain a current financial agreement form that lacked the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Provider added the child's date of admission to the Childcare agreement. The original copy was provided to the parent, and a copy was added to the child file.”
Core safety Sep 17, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
During a complaint investigation, during staff interviews, it was determined that on 9/11/25 at approximately 4:20pm Staff person #1 was observed sitting on the floor holding Child #1 in their lap and Staff person #1's one arm was observed completely around Child #1's neck and Child #1 could be heard saying, "Ow, ow, ow,".
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2025): “The child was immediately removed from staff. Staff was then immediately terminated, state police was called, CYS was notified and DHS Licensing was notified immediately of the incident taking place. Staff was trespassed. Despite staff having all clearances, trainings, and supervision in facility.…”
Core safety Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
During an investigation, Staff #2 stated that a staff member admitted to using a "bear hug" to stop the child from kicking/ biting the staff member. In this position, staff sat with the child with staff's arms restraining the child's arms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2025): “The child was immediately removed from staff. Staff was immediately terminated, state police were called, CYS was notified and DHS licensing Representative was notified with in 15 minutes of the incident taking place. Staff was trespassed. Despite staff having all clearances, trainings, and…”
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
In the Infant Room peeling paint and damaged plaster was observed where the rocking chair makes contact with the wall. On the far side of the Preschool Room peeling paint and damaged plaster was observed on the wall to the left of the bathroom entryway.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “Provider immediately covered the paint chips in the classrooms. Once children were out of the facility, provider painted the area. The rocking chair in the nursery was removed from the area to prevent the chipping of paint in the future.”
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, more than 30 days has passed since the last test which was conducted on 8/4/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 21, 2025): “The facility acknowledges that more than 30 days passed between required fire system tests. The fire system test was completed on 8/4/2025, and documentation has been updated and filed as required. All current fire safety logs have been reviewed for accuracy and completeness.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the Preschool Room, the bathroom located off the kitchen play area, had an electrical outlet to the right of the sink that was observed to be missing one protective cover and accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “The Provider corrected this immediately by inserting an outlet cover into outlet. This was done while the State Licensing Rep was present.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The staff bathroom located on the far left, just down from Rm 4, has two ceiling tiles that were observed to not be kept clean as evidence by having water spots from a previous leak that has since been repaired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Provider will remove ceiling tile to ensure there is no mold on the back side of the tile. Provider will clean and apply paint to the watermarks on the ceiling tile.”
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Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toilet and sinks proper height 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(e)
At approximately 11:00am, in Rm 2 after a diaper change, a staff person was observed holding an older toddler up to the portable camping sink to wash their hands due to lacking a platform or steps for the child to use. In Rm 3, which cares for young toddlers, the sink used to wash children's hands after diapering was observed to lack a platform or steps for the child to use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Provider will purchase 2 stools to be placed in Room 2 and Room 3, at the sink, so children are able to wash their hands.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
The child file for Child #1, who was a young toddler at the time, was observed to contain an updated health report dated 2/21/25 which was conducted more than 6 months from the previously dated 2/20/24 health report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Provider had a current health report on file for child #1 but will ensure to maintain every 6 months when an infant or young toddler”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The child file for Child #2, who is a preschool age child, lacked an updated health report; the last health report on file is dated 2/23/24 which is more than 12 months old. The child file for Child #3, who is a preschool age child, was observed to contain an updated health report dated 1/9/25 which was conducted more than 12 months from the previously dated 12/7/23 health report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Gave parent of Child #2 a health report and told them we needed it back. Provider has a current updated health report on child #3 no correction was needed. Provider will ensure that the health reports stay up to date and are obtained yearly for child #3”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The staff file for staff person #1 contained a health assessment dated 12/18/24 that was deemed unacceptable due to the date, physician's signature/title, printed name, and the Mantoux test date appear to have been altered using white-out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1 get a new physical and TB test to ensure compliance is met. Staff #1 obtained a new health physical and TB test on 3/17/2025.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The staff file for Staff person #1 who is functioning as a Group Supervisor, lacked a bachelors degree.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Staff person #1 will now be listed as a AGS, not a Group Supervisor, as Staff # 1 is not qualified to be a group supervisor.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The child file for Child #2 contained a current child service report dated 1/13/25 that was not completed every 6 months from the previous report dated 3/28/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Provider will monitor child service report completion and ensure they are completed within 45 days of enrollment and every 6 months.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The child file for Child #3 contained a current financial agreement form that lacked the child's admission date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2025): “Provider put the child's admission date on the current service agreement while the State Licensing Rep was present. Provider corrected this on site during inspection”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The child file for Child #4 contained a current emergency contact information form that lacked the addresses for two of the designated release persons listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Provider obtained and listed the addresses that were missing from the emergency contact form. Provider had child's parent fill the addresses in that were missing.”
Citation Mar 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(8)
The child file for Child #4 lacked a financial agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Provider will obtain a current service agreement in child #4's file, with child's parents. Provider will ensure that the file contains a current agreement at all times.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter to the parents explaining the emergency procedure does not address annual emergency drills, lockdown, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “Will add mention of annual emergency drills, lockdown, and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions to our parent letter.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility has not conducted an emergency drill on an annual basis as evidence by the most recent emergency drill documented at the facility was dated 9/20/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “We will conduct an emergency drill with the children and staff and document the drill.”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Different times of day 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(2)
Upon review of the facility's fire drill log the fire drill conducted on 7/10/24 lacked the time of day it was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2024): “Times have been documented for all of the fire drills conducted since 7/10/24”
Citation Oct 23, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The staff file for staff person #1 was observed to lack one nonfamily reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 6, 2024): “Will ask Staff person #1 to provide a handwritten reference by a nonfamily member.”
Core safety Sep 19, 2024 Other state visit Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
In Rm 1, at approximately 10:50am, 2 staff and 7 children of mixed ages (older toddler and preschool age) were observed. During the onset of supervision and ratio, Staff person #1 identified and named all 7 children. When Staff person #2 was asked to identify and name the children they were responsible for Staff person #2 said they were just a floater and did not claim responsibility for any children. Staff #1's group exceeded ratio because of their group size.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2024): “Staff person #2 claimed responsibility for one child.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 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)
Child file #1 lacked an updated health report every 6 months as required for a young toddler as evidenced of the health report dated 8/21/23. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2024): “Provider gave health report to parent to have completed by the doctor. Provider informed parent that the health report must be returned to the center by March 15, 2024, in order to maintain childcare.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
Child file #1 lacked the child's admission date on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Provider obtained the date of admission on the agreement Provider gave agreement to parent and put the corrected form into child's file.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
Child file #2 lacked signed written consent by a parent on the emergency contact form for emergency medical care for the child while in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Provider obtained parent's signature on the emergency contact form, for obtaining medical care.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
Child file #2 lacked signed written consent from parent on the emergency contact form for administration of minor first-aid procedures while the child is in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Provider obtained the parent's signature on the emergency form, for first aid. Provider made copy for the child's file and gave original back to parent.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Incident investigation Health & medication
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Per staff statements and documentation, on 6/29/23 Child #1 developed a skin irritation on their arm, leg and stomach. It was determined that the skin irritation may have been caused from the child being placed on the changing mat before the sanitizing solution of bleach water was completely dry.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Provider had a meeting with all staff and showed them how to properly make sanitizer and disinfectant. Provider also, showed the staff how to properly clean the changing mat to ensure that the mat is completely dry before another child would be placed on the mat.”
Citation Jul 7, 2023 Incident investigation Building & playground safety
Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)
Per staff statements and documentation, on 6/29/23 Child #1 developed a skin irritation on their arm, leg and stomach. It was determined that the skin irritation may have been caused from the child being placed on the changing mat before the sanitizing solution of bleach water was completely dry.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Provider trained all staff on how to properly make all sanitizer and disinfectant solutions. Staff also know that all toxic materials are to be kept up and away from all children.”
Core safety Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Sleep safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
The crib sheets in the pack n play where an infant was sleeping were loose and pose a suffocation hazard for the infants while sleeping.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will ensure that all sheets in pack n plays are tight and do not provide a threat or harm to infants.”
Citation Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
The facility had plastic bags with play food and children's extra clothing in that were accessible to the children in care who are still putting objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider immediately removed plastic bag with contents from classroom.”
Citation Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement/Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)/3270.166(4)
The facility lacked a written feeding schedule including formula for Child #2 and the bottles for Child #2 lacked labels with child's name on the bottles. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider met with parent on site and had an updated feeding chart and placed it in the classroom”
Citation Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child file #1 lacked the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider did meet with parents to obtain and confirm insurance policy number.”
Citation Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
The facility lacked an emergency contact form for Child #2 in each child care space for which the child was receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider immediately provided a copy to the infant room teacher.”
Citation Jun 2, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff file #1 lacked documentation of the staff persons education prior to hire at the facility. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Staff provided her diploma once she graduated on 6/2/2023.”
Citation Mar 27, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility lacked a statement regarding the continuity of operations in the event of an emergency and a plan to train volunteers on the emergency plan as per Announcement C-22-04 Updated Emergency Preparedness and Response Planning Regulations and Requirements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2023): “Provider added a plan to train volunteers to existing plan to train staff. Provider wrote a policy/procedure regarding continuity of care and operations in the event of emergency. Updates were forwarded to emergency management, police, and fire.”
Citation Mar 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
The gutter on the outside of the building was broken allowing run off from the building to flow and pool on the pads in the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2023): “Provider will collaborate with property owner/landlord to repair the broken gutter and re-route run-off water away from the outdoor play space.”

“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 Sep 17, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 7, 2023 Incident 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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $63.00 $63.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $63.00 $63.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $56.00 $56.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $56.00 $56.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $52.00 $52.00

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

Capacity 99 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Oct 14, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Crayon Clubhouse LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 603-2088
State certificate # CER-00253721
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Common questions

Has Crayon Clubhouse III 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 Sep 17, 2025 (caregiver conduct): “During a complaint investigation, during staff interviews, it was determined that on 9/11/25 at approximately 4:20pm Staff person #1 was observed sitting on the floor holding Child #1 in their lap and Staff person #1's…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Crayon Clubhouse III?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Crayon Clubhouse III’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Oct 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 Crayon Clubhouse III compare with other daycares in Connellsville?

It is #4 of 7 centers in Connellsville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Crayon Clubhouse III last inspected?

Mar 25, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Crayon Clubhouse III cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $63.00 for newborn, $63.00 for infant, $56.00 for young toddler, $56.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Crayon Clubhouse III?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Crayon Clubhouse LLC.

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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