Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR
Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR is a certified child care center in Marianna, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 17 violations, none of them core-safety. 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 55 centers in Washington County and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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The current health assessment for child #1, a preschooler, is dated 1/2/25, which is more than 12 months after the previous health assessment that is dated 9/5/23.
The emergency contact information for child #2, #3, #4, and #5 does not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The most recent updated health assessment for child #2, a preschooler, is dated 3/30/23.
The initial health report for child #1 is dated 3/30/23, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of enrollment. (See LIS code sheet.)
Staff person #1 renewed certification in pediatric first aid/CPR after the previous certification expired. Previous certification expired on 4/21/24 and current certification was granted on 7/18/24.
The parent letter explaining the facility's emergency procedures did not include shelter in place; a method to contact parents when an emergency arises; a method to contact parents when the emergency has ended; and a continuity of operations plan.
A protective receptacle cover was not placed in 1 of 3 sockets of an adapter that was plugged into an electrical outlet in the wall in the upstairs classroom.
The first aid-kit used for excursions did not include scissors.
There were metal bolts protruding from a newly installed chain link fence surrounding the outdoor play space, which posed a potential hazard for children in care.
A thermometer was not placed in the refrigerator in the upstairs classroom.
The record for staff #1 included TB test results read more than 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.
The Director did not conduct a fire drill at least once every 60 days during the time period from 9/13-11/13/2023.
The Director did not test the fire detection system at least once every 30 days during the following periods of time: 1/20-2/20/2023; 3/20-4/20/2023; 8/13-9/13/2023; and 10/13-11/13/2023.
The agreement for child #1 did not specify the child's date of admission.
The record for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
The record for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Annual emergency drill was not documented and on file at the facility.
“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.) | $52.00 | $52.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $52.00 | $52.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $52.00 | $52.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $20.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.00 | $20.00 |
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 Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 17 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 31, 2019. 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 Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR compare with other daycares in Washington County?
It is #12 of 55 centers in Washington County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 68% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR last inspected?
Jan 6, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $52.00 for infant, $52.00 for young toddler, $52.00 for older toddler, $50.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Highland School Childrens LRNG CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Highland School INC.
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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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