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Faith and Grace Learning Center

403 E Christiana St, Martinsburg, PA 16662 · Blair County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Faith and Grace Learning Center is a certified child care center in Martinsburg, PA, with capacity for 155 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times. The state cited 76 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (21 of 76). 14 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 #33 of 43 centers in Blair County and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 83% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #33 of 43 centers in Blair County
7 Core-safety citations
69 Other citations
9 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
76 citations from 16 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 26, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 14, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Mar 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 5, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 23, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation May 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citation Sep 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 16, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citation Jul 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citation Feb 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 1, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 7, 2022 · 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 21
Records & paperwork 14
Health & medication 13
Training & qualifications 12
Background checks 7
Food & feeding 6
Emergency preparedness 3

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed at the entrance to gate of the toddler playground a hole in the grassy area upon stepping off the macadam walkway approximately 4 inches deep and 6 inches wide. Observed at the corner of the school age playground a long narrow hole leading from the macadam to the playground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2026): “The areas were filled in with new dirt and the one by the fence we installed a paver pad to help with deuteriation due to excessive use.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
At the time of the inspection, the large embedded equipment lacked sufficient loose fill due tot he fact it was immeasurable around the fall zones.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2026): “New mulch has been ordered we are waiting on the delivery date, it comes from California on shipping pallets.”
Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Observed pieces of mulch in the toddler playground used by children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2026): “We are going to install fake grass outdoor carpets that cover the entire infant/toddler area so that if or when pieces of mulch end up in that area we can easily use a blower to put them back into the playground area.”
Core safety Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #5 lacked the NSOR clearance at the time in care with children due to the fact it was dated 1-29-26 (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “All new staff will complete NSOR prior to caring for children.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Observed adult scissors stored on the teacher's desk accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “Immediately removed from child's reach.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed the following toxics accessible to children: In the preschool room - Hand sanitizer and lotion labeled "keep out of the reach of children." Febreeze in the restroom used by children. cleaning materials in due to the fact the kitchen door was not locked.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “All toxins including hand sanitizer and lotion will not be accessible to children.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
At the time of the inspection the first-aid kit in the older toddler room was accessible due to the fact it was stored on a shelf in which the children could reach.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “First-aid bag was immediately moved to a higher shelf.”
Citation Feb 5, 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 file of staff #3 lacked health assessments every 24 months due to the fact they were dated 6-2-23 and 6-3-25. The file of staff #4 lacked health assessments every 24 months due to the fact they were dated 11-5-22 and 1-27-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “Staff have current health assessments.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
At the time of the inspection, observed a bottle for child #1 not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Bottle was immediately labeled with the child's name, he turned one the following day.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The files of staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months due to the fact they were each completed 13 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Staff evaluations will be completed at minimum every 12 months.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file of child #2 had an agreement lacking the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Parents filled in arrival and departure time on agreements.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The file of child #3 had an emergency contact form lacking the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Parents filled in the emergency contact missing information.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of child #1 had an emergency contact form that lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Parents filled in all missing information on the emergency contact missing information.”
Citation Feb 5, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The files sf staff #4 and #6 lacked documentation of completing the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “All staff will complete their 12 hours of required annual training.”
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Citation May 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed in the outdoor play space binoculars attached to the frame of the top tier of the white and green climbing equipment. Both the ocular lens and objective lens were damaged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2025): “Binoculars were removed from the play set.”
Core safety Mar 26, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 lacked a Disclosure statement with a witness.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2025): “Director will sign staff's Disclosure statement as a witness.”
Core safety Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 had the NSOR clearance more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 1-30-25 and 12-1-20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “We will ensure staff requirements are met in a timely manner”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed in the toddler space Equate brand lotion, Johnson and Johnson brand lotion, and Germs be Gone labeled "keep out of the reach of children" stored on the ledge of the teacher's desk accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Lotions and germ x were moved to a high bookshelf/ kitchen area out of children's reach”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
Observed in the school-age room a no-lidded garbage can in the back of the room with partially eaten food and a non-lidded garbage can at the front of the room near the exit door with used tissues.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2025): “purchase trash cans with lids”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
Observed in the preschool room the first-aid was accessible to children in care due to the fact it was hanging on a hook low enough for children to reach.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2025): “Emergency bag was moved to a higher location out of reach”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 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 file of staff #3 had an initial health assessment dated after their date of hire. Staff #5 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated 4-6-23 and 2-1-21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “We will keep staff requirements up to date in a timely manner”
Citation Feb 19, 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)
Based on the smoke detection testing log, the smoke detectors were tested more than 30 days apart on the following dates: 11-15-24 to 12-18-24 = 33 days; 12-18-24 to 1-28-25 = 41 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2025): “Smoke detectors will be tested every 30 days”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “Make sure each new hire has the requirements done in a timely manner”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of staff #2 completed Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 2-7-25 and 10-23-19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “We will make sure staff requirements are done in a timely manner”
Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #4 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2025): “we will get staff requirements done in a timely manner”
Core safety Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 had a Child Abuse clearance for the purpose of volunteer rather than employment; and there was no PA State Police clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “New Clearances were obtained”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written instructions/Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)/3270.133(3)
At the time of the inspection, observed prescription eye drops for child #1 lacking written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine and lacking the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Medication sent home and not returned”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log/Amount to administer 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)/3270.133(7)(iv)
At the time of the inspection, observed prescription eye drops for child #1 lacking a medication log completed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Form was completed and signed by parent at pick up”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of reviewing the fire drill log it had been more than 60 days since the last fire drill based on the date: 6-24-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Fire drills log was updated”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
The file of staff #1 lacked address and telephone number, and verification of age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “All information was obtained before returning to work, including a copy of drivers license.”
Citation Sep 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 27, 2024): “Volunteer was reminded to return references.”
Citation Jul 16, 2024 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
At the time of the swimming monitor inspection, there was not an emergency contact form present for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 16, 2024): “The director brought a copy of the emergency contact form to the pool for child #1 while cert rep was still on site.”
Core safety Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 had clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated: PSP 10-12-18 and 11-20-23; Child Abuse 10-17-18 and 11-24-23; and FBI 10-16-18 and 11-22-23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “Will continue to monitor dates.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the inspection, the director indicated volunteers assist at the facility. The emergency plan lacked information regarding the role(s) of the volunteer(s).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “The emergency plan was updated to reflect the role of volunteers. Re-sent out to the brough and the emergency services representative.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Observed in the preschool space, 2 pairs of adult scissors and 2 straight screw drivers stored on the teacher's desk, accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “Items immediately relocated out of the childcare space.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Observed staff in the toddler space wipe children's hands with baby wipes and do not wash hands at the sink present in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Washed each child's hands immediately before lunch at the sink in the room.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(e)
Observed mulch chips in the toddler playground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Rubber mulch chips removed from toddler play area.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
The file of child #2 lacked an immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Child doesn't get immunizations, parent was asked to provided a letter of exemption.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 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 files of staff #1, #2, and #3 had late health assessments at initial hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “Papers are on file now”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Observed in a lunchbox stored in the cubby for child #1, 2 pudding cups not refrigerated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Food was discarded”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Observed 4 Dr. Brown bottles and one bottle with a cloud pattern in the infant room not labeled with a child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Labeled immediately upon discovery.”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The file of Staff #4 lacked documentation of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2024): “Staff #4 completed her Health and Safety promptly upon becoming aware that it was incomplete.”
Core safety Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 had a late PA State Police clearance due to the fact the one on file was dated 8-29-22 and a late Child Abuse clearance due to the fact the one on file was dated 8-30-22 (see LIS code sheet). Staff #3 had late clearances due to the fact the PA State Police clearances on file were dated 7-21-16 and 1-21-22; and late FBI clearances due to the fact the ones on file were dated 12-10-15 and 3-3-21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 1, 2023): “Staff will obtain clearances before working with children, and monthly reminders will be sent out with paychecks of upcoming renewals.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed in the "K prep" room, a dog print bookbag hanging on a low hook accessible to children with Children's Motrin and Aveeno brand sunscreen both labeled keep out of the reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Immediately moved bag to make medication inaccessible. Spoke to parent about not bringing Tylenol into the center without notifying us and filling out a medication log.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Observed in the outdoor play space for the toddlers many pieces of mulch which measured less than 1 inch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “staff helped to remove the pieces of mulch from toddler area”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator in the toddler childcare space lacked a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Thermometer was placed in new mini fridge”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
Observed prescription medication for child #3 not labeled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Asked parent for new prescription label”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent/Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)/3270.133(7)
Observed prescription medication for child #3 without written parent consent for administration and no medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Parent filled out a new form.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 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 file of staff #1 lacked a health assessment at the time of hire due to the fact it was dated 8-30-22 (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Staff will have a health assessment prior to working with children.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Based on documentation, the smoke detection system was not tested every 30 days on the following dates: 12-14-22 to 11-8-22 = 34 days; 11-8-22 to 10-3-22 = 36 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “An adaptation was added to include the weekly test form was reviewed with assistant director to retrain how to complete the form.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file of child #1 lacked an annual health assessment for the year 2021. The file of child #2 lacked an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Health forms for children will be obtained within 60 days of enrollment and annually.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The Shaken Baby, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment policy lacked the prevention of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Prevention of child maltreatment was added and Shaken baby, Abusive head trauma and Child Maltreatment policy was updated.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person(s) #4 and #6 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10-7-16 and 12-11-21 for staff #4; 7-22-15 and 5-5-21 for staff #6. Staff person(s) #2 and #5 did not complete the mandated reporter training within 90 days of hire date (see LIS code sheet) due to the fact they were dated 3-29-21 for staff #2 and 2-28-21 for staff #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Staff will complete Mandated Reporter training every 60 months. Staff #2, #4, #5, and #6 had Mandated Reported training in file at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #3, a group supervisor lacked documentation of education to support the position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Staff member was corrected to AGS.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #1, an assistant group supervisor lacked documentation of experience to support the position.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “The missing documentation was obtained and put into Staff member's file.”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “House number was added to the emergency contact form”
Citation Feb 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person #7 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): first aid/CPR due to the fact the training on file was dated 1-27-22. Staff person #8 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): first aid/CPR due to the fact the training on file was dated 1-27-22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2023): “Staff #7 and #8 had CPR training completed at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Other state visit Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Observed medication for children #1 and #2 in the "go" bag at the swimming pool.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “The medication for child #1 is no longer needed. A copy of the medication log for child #2 was placed in the go bag for the swimming pool.”
Citation Aug 1, 2022 Other state visit Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
At the time of the inspection, there were not emergency contact forms with signed parental consent to swim for all children present and swimming.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2022): “Copies were not put in the go bag because parents didn't read the entire form. Copies with parents' signatures for all children swimming are now in the go bag.”
Core safety Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 had State Police Clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 6-21-16 and 7-22-21. The file of staff #3 had Child Abuse clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 5-12-15 and 5-27-20; and FBI clearances more than 60 months apart due to the fact they were dated 7-1-15 and 8-6-20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “staff clearances will remain in date”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed in the School Age room, a Damp Rid container labeled "keep out of reach of children" stored on the lower shelf in a closet with an unlocked door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “the item will be kept out of the reach of children and the gate to the closet will be kept secured to make the space inaccessible”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed in the preschool space a rest mat labeled 2-2 #10 torn along the side with exposed foam. Observed in the toddler space rest mats labeled #1, #2, and #10 torn with exposed foam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “mats that are torn will be fixed or removed from care”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
Observed in the infant room 2 Graco high chairs manufactured with shoulder straps but 1 Graco high lacked the straps and the other Graco high chair had straps but they were not threaded through the fabric for use with a child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “shoulder strap will be used as designated by the manufacturer”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
At the time of the inspection, there was not a thermometer in the refrigerator in the toddler space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “All refrigerators will have a thermometer in them”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
Observed in the toddler space, Desitin brand diaper cream labeled for child #4 with an expiration date of 1/22; and located in a bin labeled "boys" Desitin not labeled for a specific child, Triple Paste not labeled for a specific child, and Butt Paste not labeled with an expiration date of 10/21. Observed in the infant room, Desitin not labeled for a specific child and with an expiration date of 9/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “all medications will be labeled for each child and anything with an expired date will be sent home for the parents”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 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 file of staff #2 had health assessments more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated 7-10-19 and 12-3-21. The file for staff person #4 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET); and subsequent health assessments were more than 24 months apart due to the fact they were dated 4-16-19 and 12-13-21
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “each staff will have current health exams, unfortunately with covid this was made more difficult”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Food served discarded 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(c)
During the inspection, CR observed cups of milk in the refrigerator in the toddler space. Based on conversation with the director, the leftover beverages are reserved at lunch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “each meal children will be given fresh milk, after discussing with staff they were prepped for lunch, but not rinsed first. Each meal will be served with fresh milk and a rinsed cup”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Based on conversations with the owner and director, an emergency plan drill was not conducted by 12-19-21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “required drills will be completed, an emergency drill will be completed and placed in the log,”
Citation Feb 7, 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)
At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation of testing the smoke detection system every 30 days. The director reported testing is done, but wasn't documented.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “While we were completing the testing we will begin to log weekly when we do the testing and it will be kept in the emergency binder”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of staff #1 had documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart due to the fact the documents on file were dated 10-7-16 and 12-11-21. The file of staff #3 had documentation of completing Mandated Reporter training more than 60 months apart due to the fact the documents on file were dated 7-15-15 and1-21-22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2022): “trainings will be kept up to date”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)
Based on information provided by the director, there are 55 children enrolled at the facility; 48 children in attendance daily with a director and 1 Group Supervisor on staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “our organization will run with a director and 2 group supervisors for admissions of more than 45 children”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with the fee amounts to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “forms will be fully filled out”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
The files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with dates on which the fees are to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “paperwork will be fully completed”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The files of children #1 and #3 lacked agreements with the children's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “all paperwork will be filled out”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “all paperwork will be filled out”
Citation Feb 7, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 13, 2022): “all paperwork will be filled out”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $40.00 $33.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $39.00 $32.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $39.00 $32.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $34.00 $27.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $32.00 $25.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $32.00 $25.00

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 155 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jan 25, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Emily Lidwell
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 793-2425
State certificate # CER-00255589
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Common questions

Has Faith and Grace Learning Center 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 Feb 5, 2026 (background checks): “The file of staff #5 lacked the NSOR clearance at the time in care with children due to the fact it was dated 1-29-26 (see LIS code sheet).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Faith and Grace Learning Center?

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

What is Faith and Grace Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jan 25, 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 Faith and Grace Learning Center compare with other daycares in Blair County?

It is tied for #33 of 43 centers in Blair County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Faith and Grace Learning Center last inspected?

Mar 26, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Faith and Grace Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $40.00 for infant, $39.00 for young toddler, $39.00 for older toddler, $34.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Faith and Grace Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Emily Lidwell.

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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