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Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi

113 S 2nd St, McConnellsburg, PA 17233 · Fulton County
Keystone STAR 3

Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi is a certified child care center in McConnellsburg, PA, with capacity for 52 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 19 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (7 of 19). 6 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 3 centers in Fulton County and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 67% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#3 of 3 centers in Fulton County
1 Core-safety citations
18 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
19 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 15, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 1, 2025 · Report/investigation · no citation Oct 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 15, 2025 · 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 7
Records & paperwork 6
Health & medication 3
Training & qualifications 1
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Observed a thermometer with a sharp pointed end accessible to children in a drawer in the preschool room due to a failed child safety lock.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “The sharp pointed thermometer was immediately moved to a high cabinet out of reach of children. The sharp and pointy objects will not be kept in a low cabinet or drawer even if a child safety lock is installed. All sharp and pointy objects will be kept high and out or the reach of children.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed a broken toy basket and a white plastic basket with a pinch point in the toddler room. Observed a broken blue toy basket in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “The baskets have been discarded and/or replaced.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
Observed plastic bags accessible to toddlers in an unlocked cabinet below the bathroom sink in the toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “The cabinet the plastic bags were in was immediately move out of reach of children.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Observed the most recent child health assessments for child file #3 and #4, both preschool age children, were dated more than 13 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 17, 2026): “Both health assessments have been received and filed. The physicals were completed, but the forms were just not received by the childcare.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Observed staff file #1 contained an updated pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) which was dated 3 months after the expiration of the most current certification for staff #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “As soon as the staff was told that her certification was over due, she completed the training in full.”
Citation Jul 15, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #1 did not list the health insurance policy number. Observed the emergency contact form for child file #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2026): “Since inspection on the 15th, the policy numbers have been gotten and added to both child #1 and child#2s file.”
Core safety Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Observed staff file #1 contained a criminal background clearance which is dated (12/5/19) more than 60 months ago making the clearance expired and not valid. Observed staff file #2 contained a NSOR verification letter (11/19/19) which is dated more than 60 months ago, making the verification letter expired and not valid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Staff #2 NSOR was in the main file and was placed into the file at the facility. Staff #1 is no longer working in a childcare position.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed toothpaste, labeled "keep out of the reach of children under 6 years of age", accessible to children on a low shelf in the preschool bathroom. Observed an unlocked hallway bathroom and the bathroom used by children in the gross motor room, had disinfecting spray accessible to children on the top of the toilets.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Placed all toothpaste on a high shelf out of the reach of all children. Placed disinfecting spray in a locked cabinet in the bathrooms.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
Observed the telephone in the gross motor room and in the office did not have all of the required emergency telephone numbers posted by the phones.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Updated all emergency number postings to include all of the required phone numbers.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
Observed child file #4, an older toddler, did not contain written documentation of the child receiving the MMR and Varicella immunizations and the child is past the schedule recommended by the ACIP to receive the immunization. Child file #4 also did not contain a letter of exemption from the immunizations written, dated, and signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Written verification from physician was obtained an attached to the physical form were not up to date but currently caught up.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toothbrush bristles up 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(f)
Observed the toothbrushes in the toddler bathroom had covers which did not expose the bristles to circulating air.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Replaced toothbrush covers which contained holes to allow air to flow through.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Observed child file #1 did not contain a child service report completed within the previous 6 months. Observed child file # 3 contained a most recent child service report which was dated more than 6 months after the previous child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Child service reports were completed for the children listed above.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
Observed the agreement for child file #4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Director of childcare added enrollment date on the day of the inspection.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
Observed child files #1, #2, and #4 contained original agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Agreements were copied for the children listed above and the parent was given the original agreement at pick up on the day of the inspection.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed the emergency contact information for child file #1 did not contain the complete address for all of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Address was on form but was not beside the name with an arrow attached. Parent clarified the needed address.”
Citation Oct 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Observed child files #1, #2, #3, and #5 did not contain documentation of parental review of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Director and assistant director will put 6-month update on outlook calendar. Parents of the children listed updated the file. Child #2 will not return to care until the parent reviews and updates the information.”
Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Observed there were no hand washing signs posted by several toilets located in the childcare spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Handwashing signs were posted next to every toilet, sink, and diapering area within the facility.”
Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
Observed several sinks in the childcare space did not have a lidded waste receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Lidded waste receptacles were placed in all required areas.”
Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
Observed the completed emergency plan was not submitted to the local municipality or the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 20, 2025): “The completed emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”

“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
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $46.40 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.40 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $42.00 $42.00

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 52 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 24, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 3
since Nov 26, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Fulton County Partnership INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 816-3408
State certificate # CER-00259715
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Common questions

Has Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Oct 9, 2025 (background checks): “Observed staff file #1 contained a criminal background clearance which is dated (12/5/19) more than 60 months ago making the clearance expired and not valid. Observed staff file #2 contained a NSOR verification letter…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 3, effective Nov 26, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi compare with other daycares in Fulton County?

It is #3 of 3 centers in Fulton County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi last inspected?

Jul 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.40 for young toddler, $46.40 for older toddler, $42.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Fulton County Family Partnership Preschool Age Chi?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Fulton County Partnership 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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