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Fcca PKC Cochranton

225 S Franklin St, Cochranton, PA 16314 · Crawford County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Fcca PKC Cochranton is a certified child care center in Cochranton, PA, with capacity for 21 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 42 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (15 of 42). 11 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 24 centers in Crawford County and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 80% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#13 of 24 centers in Crawford County
4 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
42 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 4, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Jan 28, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Sep 21, 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 15
Health & medication 12
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 4
Records & paperwork 4
Food & feeding 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The NSOR clearance on file for staff person #1 is not dated prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) as required under the CPSL; the NSOR clearance is dated 4.29.25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “NSOR application is dated 4/21/25, but was not in staff person's file. Copy of the application was sent to cert rep via email on 12/22/25, and added to staff person's file at classroom.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
There was an outlet cover in a power strip near the teacher's desk, accessible to children, that did not have an outlet cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Outlet covers added to the power strip and photo verifying correction sent to cert rep on 12/22/25.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
There was Purell hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children" in the cabinet to the right of the classroom door that was not latched, making the toxic accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Cabinet door will be latched at all times, photo of being latched sent to cert rep on 12/22/25.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in the classroom did not include soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Bar of soap will be added, and staff will check first aid kit to ensure all needed items are present. Photo of soap added will be sent to cert rep by January 15th due to the holiday closure of the classroom, as well as the photo of the completed checklist.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The thermometer in the refrigerator in the classroom, where children's lunches are stored, measured 48° F at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Refrigerator temperature control was turned down, and the thermometer replaced. A photo showing the temp at or below 45 will be sent to the cert rep by January 15th due to the holiday classroom closure.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
The immunization record on file for Child #2, who is a preschool child, included 2 of 3 HIB vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 3 of 4 pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age; 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 5, 2026): “Child will get the missing immunizations and provide documentation of such by January 20th. Documentation will be emailed to cert rep for verification.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health assessment on file for Child #2 does not indicate if the child is free from contagious disease and is able to participate in child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “New health assessment will be obtained with the missing information marked and completed by the physician's office by January 20th. Documentation will be emailed to cert rep.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
The health assessment on file for Child #2 does not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “A new health assessment with the statement that age-appropriate screenings were conducted will be completed by Jan 20th. Documentation will be submitted via email to the cert rep. Child will not attend until such time.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)
There was an EpiPen in the classroom labeled for use by a specific child which did not have written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medicine.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Written instructions from the prescriber were sent to cert rep via email on 12/8, then again on 12/22/25”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was an EpiPen in the classroom labeled for use by a specific child which did not have written parental permission to administer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Parent permission given on form from doctor sent to cert rep via email on 12/8, then again on 12/22/25.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Child was withdrawn as of 12/15/25 due to family moving”
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Core safety Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff person #1 includes criminal history clearances dated 7.22.19 and 11.20.24; more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The clearance that was within the 60 months was rendered invalid due to not specifically having the "deseminated" date at the bottom, provider was unaware of this. Due to the time lapse, staff person was unable to access and reprint so a new clearance was obtained in order to meet the "deseminated"…”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Arts and crafts non-toxic 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(e)
There were cans of shaving cream, labeled "Keep out of the reach of children", used for arts and crafts projects, in the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Shaving cream was removed from classroom, proof sent via email. Email was sent to staff as a reminder that toxic materials may not be used by the children. Copy of email sent as proof of correction as well.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
During the inspection, children were observed throwing away soiled facial tissues and food waste, both containing human secretions, into an unlidded trash can.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “All trash cans will have a lid. Photo sent via email of the new trash can with lid in the classroom.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(3)
The file for Child #1, with an enrollment date of 8.28.24, more than 60 days ago, does not include the child's immunization record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Child #1 immunization record was acquired from pediatrician's office, copy sent via email as proof of correction.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 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 fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 12.4.23-1.5.42; 2.2.24-3.4.24; 3.4.24-4.5.24; and 5.2.24-6.2.24, all more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Fire detection drill conducted within 30 days, proof sent via email.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for Child #2, with an enrollment date of 8.26.24, which is more than 60 days ago, does not include an initial health report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Child #2 left on 12/11/24 to get health report. The report along with immunization record has been emailed as proof of correction.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #1 are dated 4.13.23 and 10.25.24, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “Staff person #1 will have an evaluation again prior to the 12 month requirement (by 10/25/25). Director has created a tracking system to ensure the dates. Proof sent via email of this.”
Core safety Dec 15, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1 contains a current FBI clearance that was received after the previous FBI clearance expired. The clearance is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2024): “Clearances will be kept up to date”
Citation Dec 15, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed on the fenced playground a metal gate and posts with 10 bolts that were protruding out and causing a puncture hazard if a child were to fall against the bolts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2024): “Caulking will be applied over exposed screws, bolts and other sharp edges”
Core safety Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #1, provisional hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking a completed NSOR verification within 45 days of hire. The file now contains a completed NSOR. The file for staff person #1 also contains a disclosure statement with a signature that was not witnessed and therefore not valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2023): “The file now contains a completed NSOR. The file for staff person #1 now contains a disclosure statement with a signature that was witnessed.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
The facility emergency plan was lacking a method for facility persons to contact parents when an emergency arises and a method to inform parents that the emergency has ended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “The facility now has an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises. The facility now has an emergency plan that provides for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency…”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed above the sinks in the boy's and girl's hallway restrooms electrical outlets lacking protective covers and accessible to children under the age of 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Protective receptacle covers were placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
The indoor playspace where 14 preschoolers were observed receiving care was lacking a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “First aid kid is taken by a teacher when leaving the classroom.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
The restrooms were lacking handwashing signs above the toilets and sinks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “The restrooms now have handwashing signs above the toilets and sinks.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The restrooms were lacking lidded waste receptacles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “The restroom has lidded waste receptacles now.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The file for child #2 contains a health report with a physician's statement that the child is not able to participate in child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Child #2's health report now includes a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The file for child #1 is lacking a written immunization report and has exceeded 60 days since the first day of attendance at the program.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 18, 2023): “Child #1 has an appointment scheduled on 1/20/23 at 3PM to obtain this documentation.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility emergency plan is lacking a plan for accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “The following statement has been added to our emergency plan: We do not serve infants and toddlers. In the event of an emergency situation any child with a physical or mental special need will be provided with adaptive equipment if needed or medication.”
Citation Dec 8, 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 fire system test log identifies the most recent alarm test to have occurred greater than 30 days after the previous alarm test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2023): “The fire system test log now identifies the most recent alarm test.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1 is lacking a health report and has been in care for greater than 60 days following the first day of attendance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Child #1 has an appointment scheduled on 1/20/23 at 3PM to obtain this documentation.”
Citation Dec 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
Emergency contact information was not present in the gym for the 14 preschoolers observed receiving care in the play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2023): “Emergency contact information is in the emergency/first aid kit and is taken whenever students leave the room.”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for Staff #1, who has been employed in a child care position for more than seven days, did not contain documentation of the completion of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2022): “We will make sure that the staff completes emergency plan training,”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
An approximately 4'x2' child-sized wooden table was observed to have two exposed bolts located at the points where the table legs attached to the table surface. The table is located in an area accessible to children in care in the facility's lone child care space. Contact with exposed bolts could cause puncture and/or laceration injuries. Also in an area accessible to children in the child care space, an approximately 5' high x 18" wide wooden shelf was observed as a potential tipping hazard, and could cause blunt force injuries if tipped onto a child. An approximately 12"x8" mesh plastic storage container located in an area accessible to children in the child care space was observed to have cracked, jagged edges. Contact with the noted sharply-edged areas could cause laceration injuries.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2022): “The bolts were covered. The shelf was placed behind another fixture to prevent children from climbing on it and tipping it. The mesh basket was thrown away.”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
The files for Child #3 and #4, each of whom having been in care for more than 90 days, did not contain immunization records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2022): “We will obtain immunization records for the children who do not yet have them on file.”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The files for Child #3 and #4, each of whom having been in care for more than 90 days, did not contain initial health assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2022): “Health assessment will be obtained for the children who do not have them.”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The files for Child #1 and #2 contain emergency contact forms that did not include the policy number of each child's health insurance provider.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2022): “We will have the parents provide their children's policy numbers and we will add them to the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jan 28, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The files for Child #1, #3, and #4 contained emergency contact forms that did not include the addresses for persons to whom each child can be released. Additionally, said form in the file of Child #4 also lacked the phone number of a person listed to whom the child can be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2022): “Addresses and phone numbers for all release persons will be added to the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Sep 21, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
An emergency plan was not available on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2021): “Emergency plan will be provided and posted.”
Citation Sep 21, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for Staff #1 did not contain documentation of the completion of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2021): “Staff will receive emergency plan training.”
Citation Sep 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The hot water at the sink located in the child care space was measured at 110 degrees Fahrenheit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2021): “Hot water turned off at sink.”
Citation Sep 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
An easel located in an area accessible to children in care was observed to have two bolts protruding from the rear facing of the easel board that could cause laceration injury.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 23, 2021): “Easel bolts were covered.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 21 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Apr 28, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Family & Community Christian Association
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00251327
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Common questions

Has Fcca PKC Cochranton 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 Dec 4, 2025 (background checks): “The NSOR clearance on file for staff person #1 is not dated prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) as required under the CPSL; the NSOR clearance is dated 4.29.25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Fcca PKC Cochranton?

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

What is Fcca PKC Cochranton’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Apr 28, 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 Fcca PKC Cochranton compare with other daycares in Crawford County?

It is #13 of 24 centers in Crawford County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Fcca PKC Cochranton last inspected?

Dec 4, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Fcca PKC Cochranton?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Family & Community Christian Association.

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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