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Little Treasures Preschool

804 S Michael St, Saint Marys, PA 15857 · Elk County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 76% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#1 of 6 centers in Elk County
4 Core-safety citations
35 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
39 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 12 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 23, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 23, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 19, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 8, 2024 · 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 12
Building & playground safety 7
Training & qualifications 6
Emergency preparedness 5
Health & medication 4
Background checks 3
Staff ratios 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Director will remind staff that all cleaning products are up high in the kitchen and out of reach of children or stored in a locked cabinet at all times. The disinfectant wipes were moved to a higher shelf during the inspection.”
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Foam blocks will be checked on a routine basis to make sure there aren't any teeth marks.”
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2026): “The Group Supervisor will take another First Aid/CPR course that is PQAS certified.”
Citation Sep 23, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Director will have mom sign the emergency contact form for first aid administration at pick up.”
Core safety Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 lacked an FBI clearance and a signed Disclosure Statement. The file of staff #2 lacked out of state clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The staff members will complete all clearances and signed disclosure statements before returning to work and they will be placed in their file.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file of staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation of completing emergency plan training at the time of initial hire
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The director trained both employees on the emergency plan and had documentation showing it was completed.”
Citation Oct 24, 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)
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked health assessments. Furthermore, staff #1 was observed in care with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Both staff members will obtain health assessments that are DHS compliant before returning to work.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file of staff #1 lacked results of TB test. Furthermore, staff #1 was observed in care with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member will obtain a TB test before returning to work.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of staff #1, an Aide lacked proof of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “The staff member will no longer work in child care.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)
The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked their addresses and telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be added to staff files.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of staff #2, an AGS lacked proof of experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member's childcare verification will be added to her file.”
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2025): “Staff member will obtain letters of references to be added to her file.”
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Core safety Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The director placed the expired clearances back in staff #3"s file to show proof of clearances at time of hire.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The director will change menu planning so that lunches that can be prepared before school and not during the day to ensure that child to staff ratios are within state guidelines.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Observed prescription medication for child #1 in their bookbag hanging in the cubbies accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The child's backpack will be hung up high out of reach until the family can get access to leave medication at school in a lockbox.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
Observed prescription medication for child #1 but there was no medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The medication will be placed on a medicine log in the child's file with the parent's signature.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Director will notify DHS when the school is closed during summer months and practice fire drills each month during the school year.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The director will test the fire drill detection system every 30 days and document it accordingly.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation notification to the local traffic safety authorities was sent annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The director will hand deliver the proper documentation to the local traffic safety authorities and document in the safety files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file of staff #1 lacked documentation of completing fire safety annually.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The director will complete the necessary fire safety training annually and provide staff training as well.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iii)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “The staff that is identified as the group supervisor will provide transcripts to be kept on file in the classroom. Staff submitted transcripts to director and they were placed in her file immediately.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The file of child #3 lacked an agreement with the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The child's admission date was added on the form for when she enrolled in the classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The child's contact information for the physician will be added to the record for a complete address.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 2, 2025): “The town of St Marys was added to the complete the address in the emergency contact.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff #1 lacked a DHS FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “The staff member who had an FBI clearance through the Department of Education will apply for a DHS FBI clearance immediately and submit paperwork as soon as results are available to DHS.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
Observed tissues in a non-lidded garbage can in the child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Unlidded trash cans will be removed from the classroom immediately and only lidded garbage cans will be present in the classroom.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
There was not a written policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “A written policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma, and Child Maltreatment will be implemented and put into place. The plan will be reviewed by staff and parents to ensure the safety of the children in our care.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file of staff #1 lacked experience for the position of AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Staff Member will bring in copy of High School Diploma to keep on file and submit this update to DHS.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “The director will have parents fill out and sign new updated emergency contact form with the home address of the enrolling parent and the work address of enrolling parents.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “The updated form will be added to the child's file with all emergency contact information containing name, address, and phone number of the individual designated by the parents to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Nov 19, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of the inspection, there was not a transportation plan posted at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “A written plan of transporting children during an emergency will be reviewed by staff and posted in parent area to state which staff member will accompany the child and leave the facility to go to the hospital and which staff member will remain in the classroom and who will contact a substitute to…”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, it lacked a parent letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Parents will receive a letter upon enrolling detailing any and all emergency plans, a copy of this will also be posted in the parent area.”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Large muscle space provided 55 Pa. Code §3270.62(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “Spaces from the outdoor parking lot will be fenced off to provide an outdoor gross motor play area. Provider was given an estimate but not a date on when this can be completed by the fencing company”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
At the time of the inspection, there was not a lidded waste receptacle in the restroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Trashcans with lids will be placed in the restrooms”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Large play furniture will be bolted into the floor/wall to prevent fall hazards”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, it lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Provider updated emergency plan to accommodate for children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions. Infants and toddlers are not provided care at this facility.”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Updated copy of emergency plan will be sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.191
There was not a complete file of a second staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2024): “Provider is advertising and interviewing for a 2nd staff person and when they get hired will provide all necessary paperwork.”
Citation Jul 8, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file of staff #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “Faculty staff #1 will reach out for former employers to maintain another reference”

“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

Capacity 20 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 17, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 23, 2024 · what STARS means
Operator Little Treasures Preschool
Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–4:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 788-0893
State certificate # CER-00248584
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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.

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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