Lock Haven YMCA Child Care Services

145 E Water St, Lock Haven, PA 17745 · Clinton County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 5 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 3

Part of YMCA · 195 Pennsylvania locations

Lock Haven YMCA Child Care Services is a certified child care center in Lock Haven, PA, with capacity for 110 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 5 complaint investigations. The state cited 40 violations, 11 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 40). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 7 centers in Lock Haven and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 58% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

#6 of 7 centers in Lock Haven

11 Core-safety citations

29 Other citations

9 Inspections

5 Complaint investigations that found violations

40 citations from 17 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 23, 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

Building & playground safety 13

Caregiver conduct 6

Training & qualifications 5

Health & medication 4

Records & paperwork 4

Supervision 3

Food & feeding 1

Staff ratios 1

Background checks 1

Transportation 1

Other standards 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 23, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding

Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107

During the Renewal Inspection on 6-23-26, it was discovered that thermometer in the Toddler 1 Room was not present in the refrigerator.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2026): “Thermometer was placed in the Toddler 1 refrigerator.”

Core safety Feb 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

On 2-13-26 it was discovered that Staff#1 inappropriately disciplined children by mimicking biting a child who bit another child by placing their forearm in her mouth, and by pulling a child from their cot. This also resulted with the child bumping their head.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2026): “Karrie was dismissed from her positon Staff will complete a professional development course on how cope with stress in the classroom. They will find ways to bounce back and identify their sternghts to deal with and avoid stress Cameras were installed in all classrooms and hallways”

Core safety Oct 6, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios

Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52

In the Toddler room, 11 older and younger toddlers were observed to be in care. One staff listed 5 young toddlers in their primary care group. The second staff listed 6 children in the primary care group that contained a mix of older and younger toddlers.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 29, 2025): “Staff will group toddlers by the age of the youngest in the group with a max of 10 kids.”

Core safety Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Background checks

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

Staff #1 had a child abuse clearance dated 3/5/20 and updated on 3/7/25, which is greater than 60 months. Clearance is currently up to date and on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 2, 2025): “Childcare Director will review staff files to ensure that all all clearances are up to date. If any clearances need to renewed, they will be renewed within 60 days of their expiration date.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21

In the PreK room, a push pin/thumb tack was observed to be holding up a purple poster on the wall that was accessible to children in the class.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “The push pin/thumb tack was removed before the inspector left the classroom.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)

In the toddler 2 room, hand sanitizer was observed to be sitting on a desk, accessible to children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Classroom teacher put the handsantizer on the filing cabinet out of the childrens reach.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

In the Toddler 1 room, cobwebs and dust were observed on the window sills. In the Toddler 2 room window blinds and window sills were observed to be dirty/dusty. In the Toddler 3/Young Preschool room, window sills were observed to be dirty/dusty. In the PreK room, window sills were observed to be dusty/dirty.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director had teachers clean window sills to remove any dust or cobwebs. The blinds in the toddler 2 room will be removed and replaced with curtains.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

In the Toddler 1 room, the gray, play kitchen set was observed to be dirty/dusty. In the PreK room, a helicopter bench was observed to be dirty/dusty.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director had teachers clean the kitchen set and helicopter.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)

In the toddler 1 room a staff was observed to change a child's diaper and the staff did not wash the child's hands after completing the diaper change.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director spoke with teacher about proper diaper changing procedures and the importance of washing the childs hands after each diaper change.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152

In the toddler 1 room a staff was observed to change a child's diaper and the staff did not wash their own hands after completing the diaper change.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director spoke with teacher about proper diaper changing procedures and the importance of staff washing hands after each diaper change.”

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Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Transportation

Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)

There was no posting indicating pick up and drop off procedures for the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director will post Pick up and Drop Off procedures on the bulletin board outside her office. A copy of the procedures will be sent out to all current enrolled families.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Institution rep written certification 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(c)(4)

Staff 2 and Staff 3 did not have a letter certifying that the staff persons have completed the required classroom training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director will get a letter from the CTE teacher stating that the staff have completed 2 years of training that is required in the Childcare Develpoment class at Keystone Central School District.”

Citation Aug 21, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)

Emergency contact form for child #1 did not include the address for the child's physician.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “Childcare Director had the parent fill out the EC form with Physicans address.”

Citation Jul 30, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Post the inspection summary 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(b)

During a visit, the outstanding inspection summary was observed to be missing in a conspicuous area. Upon discussion with the director, director reported that the outstanding inspection summary was not posted.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Director posted inspection summary near license in a conspicuous area to be seen by parents.”

Core safety Mar 25, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Staff #1 and #2 did a headcount in the class before leaving for an excursion. After the headcount, a child hid from the teachers as the class exited the room. The child was left unsupervised for approximately 5 minutes.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2025): “1. Self reported 2. Staff rearranged the classroom so that all areas are visible. 3. Reviewed with staff supervision tips.”

Core safety Mar 25, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

in the PreK counts room, staff #1 left a child unsupervised, sleeping, for approximately 1 hour.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2025): “Director will redo the count sheets for another 7 days and children will be supervised at all times”

Core safety Dec 2, 2024 Self-reported violation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

Staff #1 and #2 were observed to hold down a child on the ground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2024): “Upon notification, the Director interviewed staff who observed the incident and self-reported to DHS. She then spoke with her supervisor, the Director of Childcare Quality and Development, and RVR's HR Director in regards to the incident. It was determined termination for both staff involved was…”

Core safety Dec 2, 2024 Self-reported violation Caregiver conduct

No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)

Staff #1 and #2 were observed yelling at children in the classroom.

Core safety Oct 4, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)

Staff #1 was heard yelling and screaming at a classroom of older toddlers for approximately 15 minutes.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2024): “Staff person involved was immediately released early on 10/4/2024 following incident, with pending suspension of employment until a decision of how to best move forward was made. During a conversation on 10/18/2024, the intent was to terminate the staff person. However, she had decided to resign.”

Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21

In the Infant 2 room an outlet cover was observed to be detached from the wall, which exposed an electrical box accessible to children. Corrected on site by facility maintenance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Outlet cover was fixed before inspector left the facility”

Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)

In the PreK room cleaning materials, hand sanitizer, and sunscreens were observed on the top of cubbies that were accessible to children. Corrected on site by removing the items.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “All cleaning materials, hand santizers and sunscreens will be kept in a locked cabinet. Items were placed in cabinet before inspector left the classroom.”

Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

Emergency contact form for child #1 was missing the child's insurance policy information.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Director contacted the parent and was instructed to write- Call Parent foe Numbers”

Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

Emergency contact form for child #2 was missing complete addresses for persons to whom the child can be released.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2024): “Director has asked the parent to fill out the address for the individuals who are listed as Emergency Contacts as additional persons to call in the event of an emergency/ pickups.”

Citation Jun 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2024): “Staff #1 is scheduled for CPR/First Aide July 2, 2024.”

Core safety May 13, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

Staff #1 was observed holding children down during nap time if they were not sleeping.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff#1 was terminated within 24 hours of the report, May 8, 2024. All staff will take a training on quality supervision. This training will be completed by May 29,2024”

Core safety May 13, 2024 Inspection Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During nap time, staff #1 was observed sitting in the classroom with headphones on looking at their phone while children were in care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff #1 will receive couseling form on use of headphone's during naptime. Staff #1 will complete two trainings on safey and supervison of children These trainings will be completed by Wednesady May 29, 2024”

Citation May 13, 2024 Complaint investigation Other standards

Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)

Staff #1 was observed withholding comfort items from child #1 during nap time. The items were approved for use during naptime for child #1. Staff #1 was also observed holding children down after they woke up from nap time if the scheduled napping period was not over.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Staff#1 was terminated with 24 hours of the report, May8,2024 All staff will complete a training on supervision and interaction with children. The trainings will be completed by May 29, 2024.”

Core safety May 8, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

Staff #1 was observed holding a child down during nap time because the child was not falling asleep.

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65

Observed protective outlet covers to be missing from power strips in both the I2 and T2 rooms.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Staff placed outlet covers in power strips right away one strip was removed from I2 classroom.”

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)

Observed the vents in the bathrooms to have rusted, pitted paint present.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Maintenance manager removed vents, sanded, and repainted them.”

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)

Children's files were reviewed, child #2 did not have an updated health assessment on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Director was in contact with family to get an updated health assessment on file.”

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)

Observed an expired Epi-Pen for child #1 to be present in the K-room,

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Director and staff made parent aware of expired Epi-pen at pickup. They requested a new one as soon as possible.”

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

Staff files were reviewed, staff member #1, and #2 did not complete professional development training within 90 of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Staff will complete all required training within 90 days.”

Citation Jun 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

Staff files were reviewed, the file for staff person #! did not contain 1st aid/CPR training given by an approved trainer using and approved course.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Staff person will complete pediatric first aid and CPR as soon as possible.”

Citation Oct 13, 2022 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)

The bleach mixture was made incorrectly in the infant room. The mixture was too strong due to the bleach being a concentrate.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “The bleach concentrate was switched for a different brand of bleach and the director re-trained all staff on the proper mixing and usage of the bleach disinfecting solution. Directions on how to mix the bleach solution were also posted in the kitchen.”

Citation Oct 13, 2022 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

Mold was present in the older infant room under a porous mat that had been sanitized multiple times and had not dried completely which resulted in the mold forming under the mat.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “Upon discovery, the mold was cleaned immediately by the director, center staff, and other YMCA staff. All carpet, flooring, shelving, cribs, toys, etc. were cleaned and sanitized, and a professional company was called for a second opinion on the cleaning process. The porous mat was removed and…”

Citation Jun 23, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)

Observed a toxic in the closet to be leaking down over cups and into a toy bin containing toys.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “The toxic was cleaned and removed immediately, and the materials it leaked onto were cleaned and/or disposed of as needed immediately.”

Citation Jun 23, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

Observed a small hole near the floor on the interior wall to have a small hole present.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Hole will be repaired by maintenance.”

Citation Jun 23, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)

Observed the first toilet in the SACC bathroom to be leaking.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Toilet will be repaired by maintenance.”

Citation Jun 23, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)

Staff files were reviewed, Staff #1, #2, #3, and #4 do not have a current first-aid training on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “The director will set up a first aid/CPR training immediately and staff will complete the training in the meantime staff requiring the training will not be left alone.”

“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.