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Just Like Home Daycare Center INC

2773 Darlington Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 · Beaver County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 2

Just Like Home Daycare Center INC is a certified child care center in Beaver Falls, PA, with capacity for 85 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 41 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 41). 4 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 72% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#3 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls
3 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
6 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
41 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 10, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 3, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 15, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 19, 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

Records & paperwork 11
Building & playground safety 10
Health & medication 10
Training & qualifications 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 10, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
RECITED FROM SIN-00286836: The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 3.8.26-4.10.26, 4.10.26-5.12.26, 1.7.26-2.9.26 and 11.6.25-12.11.25, more than 30 days apart
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 7, 2026): “Every 30 days, a member of management or the Director of JLH will conduct a fire alarm test, ensuring that the interval between tests does not exceed 30 days. Each test will be documented and placed in the DHS file.”
Core safety Mar 3, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)
According to staff statements and other documentation, Staff person #1 singled out Child #1 by making a derogatory post regarding the child on social media.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “New policies were put into place regarding appropriate social media use regarding the daycare and the children we care for. All staff were met with individually to go over the new policies regarding child privacy and what is not appropriate and allowed to be shared about any child in person or on…”
Citation Mar 3, 2026 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 1.7.26-2.9.26 and 11.6.25-12.11.25, more than 30 days apart
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “Management is now aware of the mistake made and understand that they need to complete the alarm test log no more than 30 days apart.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 3, 2026 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
No information disclosed 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(b)
Staff person #1 violated confidentiality when making a post on social media regarding Child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 10, 2026): “A new social media policy was put into place and reviewed individually with all staff members.”
Core safety Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1's two most recent state police clearances are dated 7/27/20 and 8/29/25 which are more than 60 months apart. Staff #2's file contained two state police clearances dated 7/13/20 and 8/28/25, two child abuse clearances dated 7/10/20 and 9/9/25, and two DHS FBI clearances dated 7/23/20 and 9/8/25 all which are more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The clearances needed have already been obtained.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
In the young toddler room the bottom of the shelf across from the entrance was splintered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “The shelf will be sanded down to ensure that there are not any spots that could potentially injure a child.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
Child #1's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 4/12/24 and 9/18/25 which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The yearly physical for the child was obtained from the parent.”
Citation Oct 15, 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)
Staff #2's two most recent health assessments are dated 4/15/23 and 9/24/25 which are more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The physical was received from the staff member but it was late.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
Staff #1's most current health assessment dated 9/3/25 did not indicate that a physical exam was conducted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The staff member will take the physical back to the doctor to get a new form filled that will be filled out completely.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.192(3)
Staff #1's most current health assessment dated 9/3/25 did not indicate that the individual was free from communicable diseases. Staff #3's most current health assessment dated 9/24/25 was marked that the staff member had a communicable disease without additional information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The staff members will take the forms back to the doctors office to get the forms fixed and filled out completely.”
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Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)/3270.192(3)
Staff #1's most current health assessment dated 9/3/25 did not indicate that the individual was suitable to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2025): “The staff member will take the form back to the doctor who conducted their physical to have the form filled out correctly.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1's two most recent mandated reporter trainings are dated 2/10/20 and 9/9/25 which are more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The mandated reporter has already been finished.”
Citation Oct 15, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff file #1 lacked 12 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 12/2023 to 12/2024. Staff file #1 contained 12 child care training hours dated 1/14/25(2hr), 1/20/25(2hr), 1/20/25(2hr), 1/21/25(2hr), 1/24/25(2hr), and 9/9/25(3hr) used for correction. Staff file #2 lacked 8 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 12/2023 to 12/2024. Staff file #2 contained 8 child care training hours dated 1/12/25 (4 trainings) used for correction.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The current hours that they have will cover the missing hours. They will then complete the additional needed hours this year to cover what was used for last year.”
Core safety Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1's file contain a child abuse clearance dated 4/28/23 which is after the staff person's first day caring for children(See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “Staff #1 child abuse clearance is now in their file.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
The lock to the kitchen area was broken and a sharp steak knife was laying on a table accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Locks were fixed and a note was placed on the kitchen door.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
The emergency plan was last reviewed on 6/6/23 which is more than 12 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “Last reviewed on 6.6.23 and it was reviewed on 11.7.24”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter the operator provides to the parent of each enrolled child explaining the emergency procedures did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “This letter was created. It was placed in our parent handbook, enrollment packet, and EOP.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.71
The lock to the kitchen area was broken making the stove which has knobs on the front accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Lock to kitchen door was fixed and is locked.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
A section of the outside fence on the right side of the play area was not attached to the pole and upper cross section making is loose, unstable, and in need of repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 26, 2024): “Zipties were placed to hold up the fencing.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Peeling paint was observed outside to the left of the door along the bottom of the wall and around the storage building to the right along the bottom of the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The outside portion of the bottom wall will be repainted so that there is no longer any chipping paint.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
In the toddler bathroom there was not handwashing sign near the diapering area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “A handwashing sign was placed above the diapering area in the toddler bathroom.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the older toddler/young preschool room there were small rubber animals, rubber bands, and small pieces of crayons all less than an inch in diameter accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths. In the PS/SA room there were foam blocks with teeth marks accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “All small toys have been removed from the room.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.181(c)
Child #5's, a young toddler age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 9/27/23 and 5/29/24 which are more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “The child's physical is up to date.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
Child #2's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), most recent health is dated 5/10/22 which is more than 12 months ago. Child #4's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), two most recent health assessments are dated 1/24/23 and 4/12/24 which are more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “A physical was received from child #2.”
Citation Oct 28, 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 testing log contained the following dates 11/8/23-12/17/23, 1/10/24-2/16/24,3/8/24-4/10/24, 5/1/24-6/12/24, 7/10/24-8/23/24, 9/18/24-10/21/24 which are more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “All fire drills will be conducted every 30 days, not monthly.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility did not have a written policy to address the following: strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “We added the letters of our enrolling packet and handbooks”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/8/19. Staff #1's mandated reporter is dated 9/28/23 which was more than 90 days after their date of hire(See LIS Code Sheet). Staff #3's two most recent mandated reporter trainings are dated 7/1/19 and 9/24/24 which are more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Staff person #2 actually had it done on 7.8.24. The new training was placed in her file.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
Child #2 and 3's files did not contain information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “The files have been updated by their parents.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #3, 4, and 5's files did not contain a health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. Child #4's file did not contain Health insurance coverage for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “All policy numbers have been placed in their files and on their emergency contact forms.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #1's most recent 6 month review signature for emergency contact review is dated 11/21/22 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #2's most recent 6 month review signature for emergency contact review is dated 4/2023 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #4's most recent 6 month review signature for emergency contact review is dated 4/2023 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #5's most recent 6 month review signature for emergency contact review is dated 4/12/23 which is more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “The file has been updated with the parent.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Child #1's most recent 6 month review signature for the financial agreement is dated 11/21/22 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #2's most recent 6 month review signature for the financial agreement is dated 4/2023 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #4's most recent 6 month review signature for the financial agreement is dated 4/2023 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #5's most recent 6 month review for the financial agreement is dated 4/12/23 which is more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “The file has been updated with the parent.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
Child #2 and 4's file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “The files have been updated with the appropriate signatures.”
Citation Oct 28, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
Child #3's file did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “The file has been updated to have the appropriate signatures.”
Citation Oct 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for Child #3 contains two Health Assessments dated 4/1/21 and 10/13/22, which is more than the 12 months required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “Child #3 health assessment overlapped but it is current now.”
Citation Oct 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The file for Child #1 and 2 contain immunization records that were lacking the annual influenza vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “Child #1's parent wrote a note that their child would not be receiving the flu shot. Child #2 went to the doctor on 12/15/23 and received the flu shot.”
Citation Oct 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for Staff #2 contained two health assessments that were more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2024): “There is a current health assessment in Staff#2's file.”
Citation Oct 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff #1 and #3 were both lacking the 1 hour Health and Safety Update Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “Staff #1 completed the update on 12/15/23. Staff #3 was missing from their file, it was completed on 10/10/22 and is now in her file.”
Citation Oct 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The file for Child #2 contained an Agreement form that was lacking the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2023): “Child #2 agreement form lists his parents and grandparents as who he can be released to.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The facility was lacking documentation showing that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality as well as the local emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2022): “I completed the documentation form that my inspector gave me to document that I gave copies of the emergency plan to the county EMA and the local municipality.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
The preschool and the young toddler rooms were lacking posted daily schedules.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2022): “The schedules were printed and hung on the day of the inspection.”
Citation Oct 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The older toddler room was lacking a posted emergency transportation plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2022): “Emergency Transportation plan was printed and hung the day of the inspection.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Mar 3, 2026 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $46.00 $43.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $46.00 $43.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.00 $43.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $43.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $46.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $46.00 $29.00

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 85 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jan 27, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Just Like Home Daycare Center
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 384-8493
State certificate # CER-00248300
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Common questions

Has Just Like Home Daycare Center INC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Mar 3, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “According to staff statements and other documentation, Staff person #1 singled out Child #1 by making a derogatory post regarding the child on social media.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Just Like Home Daycare Center INC?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Just Like Home Daycare Center INC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Jan 27, 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 Just Like Home Daycare Center INC compare with other daycares in Beaver Falls?

It is #3 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Just Like Home Daycare Center INC last inspected?

Jun 10, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Just Like Home Daycare Center INC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.00 for infant, $46.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler, $46.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Just Like Home Daycare Center INC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Just Like Home Daycare Center.

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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