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Cross Cut Child Care Center

179 Haida Ave, Hastings, PA 16646 · Cambria County
Keystone STAR 1

Cross Cut Child Care Center is a certified child care center in Hastings, PA, with capacity for 46 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 36 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 36). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #10 of 38 centers in Cambria County and has more citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 64% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #10 of 38 centers in Cambria County
2 Core-safety citations
34 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
36 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 19, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 15, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 16, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 10
Records & paperwork 8
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 5
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The health and safety training on file for Staff #2 was observed not to be within 90 days of hire. This is evidenced by DOH 5/5/25 and training done on 10/21/25 and 10/22/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Staff will need to complete this required health and safety training within 90 days of their first day of hire.”
Citation Nov 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff #1 and staff #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2025): “Both Staff have completed the Pediatric first aid and CPR on Dec 8th.”
Core safety Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
It was observed that Staff person #2 did not comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. This is evidenced by the DOH being 11/4/2024 and State Police clearance being 11/12/24; Child Abuse clearance being 11/19/24; DHS FBI clearance being 11/13/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “All staff will be required to have ALL clearance paperwork and other paper work needed before hire.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
It was observed in the infant room the sheets in the cribs were loose and not properly fitted to the mattress. A large air machine used to blow up the bouncy house was observed in the large motor room accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “Infant sheets have been secured using velcro to make then tighter and fit better. Bouncy house air blower was placed out of reach of children”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original container/Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(3)
In the locked medicine box, it was observed that an Epi-pen did not have the original prescription container with the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “The epipen then got expired so it was returned to the parent to take home.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(1)
The most up to date health assessment on file for Staff person #1 was observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidenced by the health assessment being dated 5/24/2022 to 11/6/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “All staff will be required to keep their health reports up to date every 24 months or they will not be allowed to return to work until completed. All new staff need health reports before 1st day of hire.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The Financial agreement on file for Child #4 was observed not to have documentation of the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “Date of admission was added to the agreement paper.”
Citation Nov 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The Emergency contact form and the Financial Agreement on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were observed not to have documentation of being reviewed once every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2025): “The updates for all required paperwork will be done every 6 months”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the facility's Big Dipper room, a container of Secret Antiperspirant/Deodorant labeled "keep out of the reach of children" was observed to be stored in a file cabinet drawer that was not locked and accessible to children. In the facilities transition area between the indoor and outdoor place spaces a can of Bee Spray labeled "keep out of the reach of children" was observed on a shelf that was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “Deodorant was placed up and out of reach of children.”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
The facilities indoor and outdoor play spaces were observed to lack a first-aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “First aid kit was placed in the indoor play space. The outdoor play space, staff take their go bags with them that always have first aid kits in them.”
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Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
A blanket being stored with rest equipment in the Twinkling Stars room failed to have a label for a specific child but was identified by staff as belonging to a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “Blanket that was mentioned was sent home with the child and a new smaller blanket was replaced. It was put in their nap box that has a label on it.”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 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 #2, an infant at enrollment and now a young toddler did not contain documentation of an updated health report at least every 6 months as evidenced by health reports in the file dated 07/25/2022 and 06/26/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2024): “I made a note for all the infants and young toddlers that will need updated physicals at their 6 month mark as a reminder to have parents complete them”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility was observed to have an emergency plan that addressed children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions, but their emergency plan failed to address accommodations for infants and toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Accommodations for infants and toddlers during an emergency evacuation was added to the emergency evacuation plan.”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for staff person #1 did not contain documentation that Staff person #1 had completed the Health and Safety CCDBG 1 hour update, which was required to be completed prior to 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Staff 1 completed their CCDBG 1 hour update”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The file for child #1 was observed to contain an emergency contact form that did not include the enrolling parents work phone number
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2024): “Parents missing Work phone number was added to the child's emergency contact paper.”
Citation Nov 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The facilities indoor and outdoor spaces were observed to lack a conspicuously displayed written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “An emergency transportation plan was added to the indoor play space. An transportation emergency plan was added to each staffs go bags.”
Citation Jun 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The facility was observed to lack a posting of the emergency plan in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2023): “Posting was placed in a conspicuous place for all to see”
Citation Jun 30, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
The facility was observed to have imbedded play equipment with a bed of wooden mulch that measured less than 9" deep at all measured locations (swings, ladders, slides, platforms).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2023): “Woodchips were raked around the areas that needed more mulch.”
Citation Jun 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1, has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care-Revised 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2023): “Staff #1 did complete the training. It was overlooked in her file.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
The facility was observed to have an Emergency Plan that did not include provisions for continuity of operations, or details of the role of volunteers in the event of an emergency at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2023): “Director is working on completing these regulations.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The facility lacked documentation that the parent of each enrolled child was provided a letter explaining the emergency procedures.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Director will provide each parent with a letter explaining the emergency procedures.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In the Girl's bathroom, Lysol cleaning spray and Lucky Super Soft wipes were observed to be stored on a small table accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “All cleaning supplies listed were removed from the bathroom.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The fascia board on the portico over the exterior door to the outdoor play space is deteriorated, cracked, peeling and in general poor repair. The mulch in the play area surrounding the embedded play equipment measures less than 6" in depth. The electric panel boxes mounted to the ride side wall in the indoor Gross Motor Space, present with sharp metal corners that are
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “The outside play area is closed immediately until mulch is replaced and facia board is replaced. Electrical panel box now has corner covers to protect children from sharp edges.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
The wall just below the white board in the Shooting Stars room has an area where the dry wall is damaged, and the paint is peeling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2023): “Peeling paint area was sanded down and is now smooth.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the Shooting Stars room there was a small metal piece that appeared to be a pen clip was observed to be lying on the floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “Small metal piece was thrown in the trash can.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
The file for child #1, and #3 was observed to lack an updated health report at least every 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “Require updates on ALL required health forms for all children.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Acute or chronic health problem 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(4)
The file for Child #2 was observed to lack a health report that included an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2023): “Child no longer has an acute health problem.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
The facility was observed to be using an indoor space for Gross Motor play that is not licensed for use as a child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 4, 2023): “Measurements were attained.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility was observed to lack an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 30, 2023): “Director is currently writing an emergency plan with accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 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 lacked documentation of a manual test of the fire detection System once every 30 days
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “A manual test for the fire detection was performed during inspection.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility was observed to lack a policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome and Abusive Head Trauma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Director is working on getting the SBSAHT Policy written and in place.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
staff person #2 has not completed the following required per-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first-aid training and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2023): “Staff 2 completed their First Aid training on 11/18/22.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The facility was observed to lack a posting or other documented method of providing the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2023): “Access to the regulations are being posted for parents so they have access to this information.”
Citation Nov 15, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for staff person(s) #1, #2, #3, & #4 was observed to lack documentation of having completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2023): “All staff finished their 12 hour annual trainings”
Core safety Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 with a start date in care with children of 9-27-21 had a late PA State Police clearance due to the fact it was dated 10-27-21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2021): “All staff will have their clearances completed before they start working alone with children.”
Citation Nov 16, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2021): “Childs policy number was recorded.”

“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) $41.00 $26.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $41.00 $26.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $39.00 $26.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $39.00 $26.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $39.00 $26.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $39.00 $26.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $39.00 $26.00

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 46 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Feb 20, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Cross Cut Church INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 247-5177
State certificate # CER-00249516
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Common questions

Has Cross Cut Child Care Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Nov 21, 2024 (background checks): “It was observed that Staff person #2 did not comply with CPSL and Chapter 3490. This is evidenced by the DOH being 11/4/2024 and State Police clearance being 11/12/24; Child Abuse clearance being 11/19/24; DHS FBI…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Cross Cut Child Care Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Cross Cut Child Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Cross Cut Child Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Feb 20, 2026. 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 Cross Cut Child Care Center compare with other daycares in Cambria County?

It is tied for #10 of 38 centers in Cambria County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 64% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Cross Cut Child Care Center last inspected?

Nov 19, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Cross Cut Child Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $41.00 for newborn, $41.00 for infant, $39.00 for young toddler, $39.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Cross Cut Child Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Cross Cut Church 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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