Little Blessings From Heaven

136 E 2nd St, Berwick, PA 18603 · Columbia County

4 core-safety citations in last 12 months 3 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

Little Blessings From Heaven is a certified child care center in Berwick, PA, with capacity for 106 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 29 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 29). 17 citations came in the last 12 months, including 4 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 6 centers in Berwick and has more citations per inspection than 77% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 77% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#5 of 6 centers in Berwick

7 Core-safety citations

22 Other citations

4 Inspections

3 Complaint investigations that found violations

29 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 17 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 29, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 9

Building & playground safety 4

Caregiver conduct 3

Health & medication 3

Training & qualifications 3

Staff ratios 2

Background checks 1

Emergency preparedness 1

Other standards 1

Food & feeding 1

Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Staff #10 was hired provisionally (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH) and did not have a NSOR clearance on file until 5/7/26 and was working in direct care with children since hire (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “1. The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490. Correction date 7/16/26. 2. The director created a form to track each staff and their required clearances, trainings, and documents to assist with the hiring process and ongoing updates and obtain DHS approval. Correction 8/4/26. Upon…”

Core safety Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Caregiver conduct

Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)

While at the facility for the unannounced renewal on 7/17/26 the director reported noncompliance to the inspector. A video of staff #12 dated 7/14/26 was observed, and it showed staff #12 holding preschool aged child # 4 down and on a cot during nap time in the preschool aged classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “1. A facility person will not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. Correction date 7/17/26. 2. The facility director developed and implemented additional discipline polices that will…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

Staff #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7. #8, #9, #11, #12, #14, and #15 did not have emergency plan training on an annual basis.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Little Blessings from Heaven Daycare takes compliance with emergency preparedness requirements seriously. Upon notification of this finding, all identified staff members were immediately scheduled to complete the required annual emergency plan training and have completed the training. The following…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)

The inspector observed changing mats in the in older and younger toddler room that both had cracks exposing the foam beneath rendering both unable to be properly cleaned.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director immediately removed the damaged changing mats from use in the older and younger toddler classrooms. The damaged mats were replaced with new, intact changing mats that can be properly cleaned and sanitized. The Director inspected all remaining…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)

The inspector observed cots in the young toddler room that were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director immediately reviewed the cot assignments in the young toddler room and ensured that each cot was labeled with the name of the specific child assigned to use it. Staff were reminded that cots must be used only by the child identified on the label and…”

Citation Jun 29, 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)

During the unannounced inspection on 7/17/26 the inspector observed the fire drill/detection log and found that the facility did not conduct a manual test of the fire alarms every 30 calendar days. The inspector observed a manual test dated for 3/16/26 and the next having been dated for 4/16/26 and another on 5/16/26 and the next having been dated for 6/18/26.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director reviewed the facility fire drill/detection log and verified that the manual fire alarm testing schedule was not consistently completed within the required 30-calendar-day timeframe. The Director immediately reviewed the fire alarm testing…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(e)

The health report for child #1 was not obtained until 2/13/25 which was over 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility and without removal of the child.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director reviewed Child #1's file and verified that the required health report was not obtained within the required timeframe. The Director obtained and placed the updated health report in the child's file. The Director reviewed DHS health assessment…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

During the unannounced renewal inspection on 07/16/26 the inspector reviewed the staff files and found that staff #4 and #5 had expired pediatric first aid/CPR training on file. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first aid/CPR training on file for both staff #4 and #5 expired 11/2025. Staff #4 and #5 did not renew the pediatric first aid/CPR training until 2/28/26 and had been working in direct care with children continuously.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Both staff #4 and #5 have current Pediatric first Aid and CPR on file. Little Blessings from Heaven Daycare will maintain compliance with the pediatric first aid and CPR training requirements by implementing a tracking system for all staff certifications. The Director will maintain a certification…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Staff #1, #3, #4, #5, #6, #9, did not update their fire safety training annually as is required. Staff #2 and #15 did not update their fire safety training annually as evidenced by both having last completed fire safety training in 1/24/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the citation, Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #9, and #15 were scheduled to complete the required annual fire safety training. All identified staff have completed the training, and documentation has been placed in their personnel files. The Director reviewed all staff training…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

Staff #14 did not complete the required pre-service training within 90 days of hire (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH): Part 2 to the required Health and Safety training until 12/26/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon discovery of the deficiency, the Director verified that Staff #14 completed Part 2 of the required Health and Safety Pre-Service Training on December 26, 2025. Documentation of the completed training has been placed in the employee's personnel file. The Director reviewed the training records…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

The inspector observed the files for children #1, #2, #4, had been enrolled over six months and did not have any child service reports on file as are required. The files for children #3 and #5 had also been enrolled over a year and only had current child service reports on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director reviewed the files for children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 and completed the required Child Service Reports. The completed reports were placed in each child's file to ensure documentation was current and available for review. The Director reviewed the…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

The file for child #2 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director reviewed Child #2's file and obtained the missing address information for the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The child's record was updated to include the complete required information. The Director reviewed…”

Citation Jun 29, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

The emergency contact forms for children#1, #2, #3, #5, and #6 were all not updated least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. The agreement forms for children #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 were all not updated least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Upon notification of the deficiency, the Director reviewed the emergency contact forms and child service agreement forms for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6. The missing updates were completed, and all forms were reviewed to ensure required information was current and accurately documented.…”

Core safety Mar 20, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)

While at the facility unannounced on 3/20/26 the inspector and director viewed video from 3/19/26 and observed the preschool classroom with staff #1 and #2 present. Child #1 was observed in a highchair for over 90 minutes and only removed from the highchair to be changed and once done child #1 was placed directly back into the highchair restricting the ability of child #1 to engage with peers and move about freely.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 7, 2026): “1. Immediate Correction (Completed 3/20/26): The inappropriate use of the highchair as a means of restricting a child's movement was immediately discontinued upon identification. Staff were directly instructed that restraint, including the use of equipment to limit movement, is strictly prohibited…”

Citation Mar 20, 2026 Complaint investigation Other standards

Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)

While at the facility unannounced on 3/20/26 the inspector and director viewed video from 3/19/26 and observed the preschool classroom with staff #1 and #2 present. Child #1 was observed in a highchair for over 90 minutes and only removed from the highchair to be changed and once done child #1 was placed directly back into the highchair restricting the ability of child #1 to engage with peers and move about freely.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 7, 2026): “Our program recognizes the importance of providing children with opportunities to move freely, engage with peers, and participate in developmentally appropriate activities that support social, emotional, and physical growth. We understand that the observed practice did not align with these…”

Core safety Jan 27, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios

Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51

On 1/27/26 the inspector observed naptime at the facility and found staff #1 alone with eleven young toddlers. Staff #1 stated that they brought their child from the other room in order to help the child sleep.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2026): “1. Immediately upon being informed of the violation, the facility ensured that appropriate staff coverage was provided to meet required staff-to-child ratios at all times. Staff were instructed that children may not be moved between classrooms unless proper ratios and supervision are maintained.…”

Citation Jan 12, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

65º F minimum 55 Pa. Code §3270.70(a)

Staff #1 confirmed to the inspector that while children were in care on 1/12/26 the temperature in the facility was 58 degrees. On 1/27/26 the inspector arrived unannounced to the facility and found the temperature to be 58 degrees as was read on a thermometer on the main floor childcare space.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2026): “Immediately following the inspection, the facility took action to increase the indoor temperature to meet the required minimum of 65°F. In the mean time all child were moved to the basement of the facility where the temperature was at 75 degrees we have been settled there until further notice also…”

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Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

During the unannounced renewal inspection on 8/15/25 the inspector observed the fencing on the gate to the outdoor play space to be in disrepair, with sharp edges, and within reach of children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “After the inspection completed on 8/15/25 we temporarily close the playground for the rest of the afternoon in order for us to fix the unrepair gate fencing. On 8/16/25 our gate was fixed replacing the old fence and installing a new wan with out any sharp or pointing edge.”

Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)

During the unannounced renewal inspection on 8/15/25 the inspector observed an infant in a crib that was labeled for another child as well as another infant in a crib that was unlabeled.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “After the inspection was done on 8/15/25 the director sit with the infant teacher to relabel all cribs and cubbies with children pertinence. Making sure that everything was assigned only for one student.”

Citation Aug 15, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During the unannounced renewal inspection on 8/15/25 the inspector observed the refrigerator in the toddler space to be missing the required thermometer.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “After inspection was complete we bought a new thermometer for the young toddler refrigerator to meet and comply with the regulations and standards.”