Little Treasures Preschool
Little Treasures Preschool is a certified child care center in Saint Marys, PA, with capacity for 20 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 39 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 39). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #1 of 6 centers in Elk County and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the inspection, observed Great Value brand disinfectant wipes on a lower shelf in the closet accessible to children in care due to the fact the door was open.
Observed 2 foam blocks with bite marks indicating children are mouthing toys and the foam had the hazard of less than 1 inch in diameter.
Staff person #1 has completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training, However the training was not completed through a Pennsylvania Quality Assurance System (PQAS) approved curriculum.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
The file of staff #1 lacked an FBI clearance and a signed Disclosure Statement. The file of staff #2 lacked out of state clearances.
The file of staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training at the time of initial hire
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked health assessments. Furthermore, staff #1 was observed in care with children.
The file of staff #1 lacked results of TB test. Furthermore, staff #1 was observed in care with children.
The file of staff #1, an Aide lacked proof of education.
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked their addresses and telephone numbers.
The file of staff #2, an AGS lacked proof of experience.
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
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The file of staff #3 lacked clearances at the time of hire due to the fact they were dated 1-25-25 PSP, 2-28-25 Child Abuse, and 11-20-24 FBI (see LIS code sheet).
At approximately 11:15, observed staff #2 go to the kitchen to prep lunch, leaving 11 preschool aged children in the childcare space with staff #1.
Observed prescription medication for child #1 in their bookbag hanging in the cubbies accessible to children in care.
Observed prescription medication for child #1 but there was no medication log.
At the time of reviewing the fire drill log, the last documented date of a drill was 6-23-25. Therefore, more than 60 days had passed since the last fire drill.
Based on the smoke detection testing log, the smoke detectors were tested more than 30 days apart on the following dates: 3-4-35 to 4-24-25 = 51 days; 5-22-25 to 6-23-25 = 32 days; 6-23-25 to 9-17-25 (the day on the onsite inspection) = 86 days.
At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation notification to the local traffic safety authorities was sent annually.
The file of staff #1 lacked documentation of completing fire safety annually.
The file of staff #2, identified as a Group Supervisor, lacked proof of education to support the position due to the fact there were not transcripts in the file. The file of staff #3, identified as a Group Supervisor, lacked education to support the position.
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the date of the child's admission.
The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file of staff #1 lacked a DHS FBI clearance.
Observed tissues in a non-lidded garbage can in the child care space.
There was not a written policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.
The file of staff #1 lacked experience for the position of AGS.
The files of children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 lacked emergency contact forms with the home address of the enrolling parent. The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address of the enrolling parent.
The file of child #3 lacked an emergency contact form with the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a transportation plan posted at the facility.
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, it lacked a parent letter.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a space for outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding.
At the time of the inspection, there was not a lidded waste receptacle in the restroom.
At the time of the inspection, observed a stand in the dress up area, the kitchen play set, the cash register curtain, and 2 stands at the entrance needing anchored due to a fall hazard.
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, it lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, there was not documentation showing delivery to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
There was not a complete file of a second staff person.
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $38.00 | $38.00 |
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 Little Treasures Preschool 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 Oct 24, 2025 (background checks): “The file of staff #1 lacked an FBI clearance and a signed Disclosure Statement. The file of staff #2 lacked out of state clearances.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Little Treasures Preschool?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Little Treasures Preschool since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Little Treasures Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Dec 23, 2024. 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 Little Treasures Preschool compare with other daycares in Elk County?
It is #1 of 6 centers in Elk County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 76% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Little Treasures Preschool last inspected?
Sep 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Little Treasures Preschool cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $38.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Little Treasures Preschool?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Treasures Preschool.
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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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