Milestones Early Learning Center
Milestones Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Erie, PA, with capacity for 70 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 52 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (21 of 52). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #33 of 58 centers in Erie and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The most recent Child Abuse Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 and the most recent State Police Clearances in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #4 and #5 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working in child care at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).
Observed peeling, flaking paint along the bottom of the white fence on the front patio (Toddler Play Area).
In the TY Area of the Main Room, observed Staff Person #6 manually lift the lid of the hands-free can to dispose of diapers and wipes after a diaper change, rather than using the foot pedal.
The most recent health assessments in the files for Staff Person #2 and #3 exceeded 24 months between assessments.
Observed that lunch boxes brought from the children's home, which contained meat and dairy products, were not being refrigerated.
Observed two cribs with loose-fitted sheets in the Infant Room.
A Daily Activity Schedule was not posted in the PreK Room.
The emergency contact form and fee agreement in the file for Child #1 have not been updated by the parent in the past six months.
Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum with a PQAS instructor, Health and Safety Training.
The file for Staff Person #1 lacked a DHS FBI Clearance, NSOR Certificate and Disclosure Statement. The file for Staff Person #3 lacked a Disclosure Statement.
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The initial emergency plan training in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care at the facility. See LIS Code Sheet.
Observed a ceiling tile, discolored from water damage, near the entrance of the facility. Observed a hole in the wooden door in the YT Room.
Observed less than 2 feet of space on three sides of three of the cribs in the infant room where children were napping.
Observed gas drops for Child #1 in the Infant Room, which lacked written parental consent for administration and a medication log.
On the day of the inspection (7/1/25) a fire drill had not been conducted in the past 60 days: 2/18/25.
On the day of the inspection (7/1/25), a fire system test had not been conducted within the past 30 days: 3/10/25.
The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months between trainings.
The file for Staff Person #3, an Assistant Group Supervisor with two years of experience in child care, lacked documentation of a high school diploma or GED.
Observed a can of paint and a bag of ice melt near the exit door between the storage room and YT2 Room. These would be accessible if children needed to use this door to exit the facility.
Observed a ceiling tile discolored from water damage in the corner of the Main Room. Observed a broken outlet cover on the right side of the Main Room.
Observed brooms, shovels and toys, which blocked the exit path from the YT2 Room to the garage door in the storage room.
Observed a cracked Little Tikes Playstation in the OT Playground. Observed a cracked post in the playhouse of the YT Playground. Observed dirt and debris under the diaper changing mat in the YT2 Room.
The fee agreement in the file for Child #1 did not specify the release persons.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #1 did not include the work address and work phone number of the enrolling parent.
The most recent State Police, Child Abuse, and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The file for Staff Person #6, who has been employed for more than 45 days, did not include an FBI Clearance (See LIS Code Sheet).
Observed two holes, which create a potential trip hazard, in the outdoor play space on the side of the building. Observed discoloration from previous water damage on the corner ceiling tiles in the Older Toddler Section of the Main Room.
Observed a cracked lid, with a sharp edge, in the rear outdoor play space.
Observed teeth marks in some of the foam blocks in the preschool room. This creates a potential choking hazard for children who may still be placing objects in their mouths.
The most recent immunization record in the file for Child #1 does not contain documentation of a flu shot administered within the past year or a letter of exemption from the parent or physician.
The fire drill/fire system check log documents two times when fire drills exceeded 60 days between drills: 7/14-9/13 and 9/13-11/14.
The fire drill/fire system check log documents four times when fire system checks exceeded 30 days between drills: 3/20-4/21, 6/12-7/14, 7/14-8/25 and 10/2-11/3.
The one-hour health and safety update in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22. The file for Staff Person #7 did not include documentation of the one-hour health and safety update.
The most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted after the previous certification had expired.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR Certification in the files for Staff Person #5 and #6 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day in child care (See LIS Code Sheet).
The first evaluation in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted more than 12 months after the staff person's start date. (See LIS Code Sheet).
The file for staff person #2 was observed to have documentation of mandated reporter training being completed more than 60 months apart: 9/11/17 and 12/8/22. The file for staff person #2 was observed not to contain documentation of PA State Police and FBI clearance results prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL
A trash receptacle in the PS area in the Main room and in the kitchen were observed to contain human secretions and was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle.
The first aid kit in the PS area in the Main room was observed to lack gloves.
A handwashing sign was observed not to be posted above the toilet in the toddler restroom.
In the PS area in the Main room, a plastic play sink to a children's kitchen set was observed to be cracked with sharp corners and not in good repair.
The diaper changing pad in the Infant room was observed to be torn exposing the foam interior, posing a choking hazard to the children in the room who are still placing objects in their mouths.
Two resting mats in the YT 2 room were observed to be ripped.
The files for staff persons #1, #3, and #4 were observed to have documentation of a health assessment that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification.
Disinfectant wipes were observed stored on a low shelf in the kitchen. The kitchen door was open allowing children to have access to the disinfectant wipes.
Disinfectant wipes were observed stored in the kitchen on a shelf next to loaves of bread. Observed on a shelf in the hallway bathroom a spray bottle containing a cleaning solution but lacking a label specifying the content. The spray bottle and Glad Air Freshener were stored on a shelf next to pull-ups causing a possible injury to a child if the toxics leaked onto the pull-ups.
A stove / oven was observed in the kitchen. It was observed that the kitchen door was left open allowing children access to the stove / oven.
Observed an exposed bolt at the base of the toilet in the bathroom by the staff room.
Observed in the older toddler room a Ventolin inhaler lacking written instructions from the prescriber and did not have a prescription label.
Observed in the older toddler room a Ventolin inhaler lacking the name of the child for whom it was intended.
Observed in the older toddler room a Ventolin inhaler lacking the original label containing manufacturer's instructions.
The operator does not have proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.
The file for staff person #1 is lacking valid pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $53.00 | $53.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $53.00 | $53.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $50.00 | $50.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $49.00 | $49.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.00 | $45.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $39.00 | $39.00 |
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 Milestones Early Learning Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Nov 6, 2025 (background checks): “The most recent Child Abuse Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 and the most recent State Police Clearances in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The NSOR Certificates in the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Milestones Early Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Milestones Early Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Milestones Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 28, 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 Milestones Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Erie?
It is tied for #33 of 58 centers in Erie by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 87% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Milestones Early Learning Center last inspected?
Nov 6, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Milestones Early Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $53.00 for newborn, $53.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $49.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Milestones Early Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Milestones Early Learning Center.
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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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