Faith and Grace Learning Center
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.
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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.
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.
Observed pieces of mulch in the toddler playground used by children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
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).
Observed adult scissors stored on the teacher's desk accessible to children in care.
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.
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.
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.
At the time of the inspection, observed a bottle for child #1 not labeled.
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.
The file of child #2 had an agreement lacking the child's arrival and departure times.
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.
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.
The files sf staff #4 and #6 lacked documentation of completing the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
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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.
The file of staff #1 lacked a Disclosure statement with a witness.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At the time of the inspection, observed prescription eye drops for child #1 lacking a medication log completed by the parent.
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.
The file of staff #1 lacked address and telephone number, and verification of age.
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of the swimming monitor inspection, there was not an emergency contact form present for child #1.
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.
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).
Observed in the preschool space, 2 pairs of adult scissors and 2 straight screw drivers stored on the teacher's desk, accessible to children.
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.
Observed mulch chips in the toddler playground.
The file of child #2 lacked an immunization record.
The files of staff #1, #2, and #3 had late health assessments at initial hire.
Observed in a lunchbox stored in the cubby for child #1, 2 pudding cups not refrigerated.
Observed 4 Dr. Brown bottles and one bottle with a cloud pattern in the infant room not labeled with a child's name.
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).
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.
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.
Observed in the outdoor play space for the toddlers many pieces of mulch which measured less than 1 inch.
The refrigerator in the toddler childcare space lacked a thermometer.
Observed prescription medication for child #3 not labeled.
Observed prescription medication for child #3 without written parent consent for administration and no medication log.
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).
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.
The file of child #1 lacked an annual health assessment for the year 2021. The file of child #2 lacked an initial health assessment.
The Shaken Baby, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment policy lacked the prevention of child maltreatment.
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.
The file of staff #3, a group supervisor lacked documentation of education to support the position.
The file of staff #1, an assistant group supervisor lacked documentation of experience to support the position.
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.
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.
Observed medication for children #1 and #2 in the "go" bag at the swimming pool.
At the time of the inspection, there were not emergency contact forms with signed parental consent to swim for all children present and swimming.
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.
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.
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.
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.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a thermometer in the refrigerator in the toddler space.
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.
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
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.
Based on conversations with the owner and director, an emergency plan drill was not conducted by 12-19-21.
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.
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.
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.
The files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with the fee amounts to be charged per day or per week.
The files of children #2 and #3 lacked agreements with dates on which the fees are to be paid.
The files of children #1 and #3 lacked agreements with the children's arrival and departure times.
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
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.
“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
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.
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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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