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MT Top Kids · 1 Marian Ct, Mountain Top

1 Marian Ct, Mountain Top, PA 18707 · Luzerne County
4 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

MT Top Kids is a certified child care center in Mountain Top, PA, with capacity for 60 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 52 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (13 of 52). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 6 centers in Mountain Top and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 67% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#4 of 6 centers in Mountain Top
5 Core-safety citations
47 Other citations
8 Inspections
4 Complaint investigations that found violations
52 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 18, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 23, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 2, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 2, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 18, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 28, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 28, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 14, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 14, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Mar 2, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 13
Records & paperwork 11
Building & playground safety 8
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 6
Background checks 2
Sleep safety 1
Supervision 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed the infant and older toddler room did not have daily schedules posted. Corrected on-site 2/18/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2026): “The daily schedules were posted while the inspector was on-site.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #2's last child service report on file is dated 1/28/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Will have the child's teacher complete an updated child service report.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Corrected on-site 2/18/2026,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2026): “The child's parent provided the missing information.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Will obtain the missing information from the child's parent.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/18/2026 observed child #3's emergency contact information and financial agreement were not reviewed/updated within the 6-month timeframe. They were dated 1/28/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Will have the child's parent review and update the forms.”
Core safety Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) on file is expired. It is dated 1/10/2020. Observed staff person #2's FBI clearance on file is expired. It is dated 9/27/2019. Observed staff person #3's FBI clearance on file is from the department of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Clearances have been processed and results released and filed in staff files.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed that the facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operations. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Plan corrected as required by the new regulations.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the first-aid kit in the Infant room did not include tweezers and the first-aid kit located in the older toddler room did not include adhesive bandages. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “First aid kits have been refilled with all required supplies.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the wooden outside play set and border are in disrepair. There were pieces of the wooden border and play set that were missing, which left exposed nails and bolts.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 17, 2025): “Play hut walls have been secured.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed peeled paint in the infant room, young toddler room, and older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “Wall paint covered up.”
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Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed child #1, child #2, and child #3's files did not include updated health reports within the 12-month time frame. The last reports on file are dated 10/24/2023 (child #1), 10/24/2023 (child #2), and 3/20/2023 (child #3).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “Have all children's files complete with health reports and immunization records.”
Citation Feb 7, 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)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's health assessment on file is expired. The last health assessment on file is dated 1/19/2023. Observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “Have all staff files complete with all required documents including updated health physicals.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed that the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Plan corrected as required by new regulations.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(iii)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of education and training following the outset of service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Degree returned to file.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of education and training prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “Education copy placed in file.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency displayed conspicuously in every child care space. Corrected on-site 2/7/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “All rooms have transportation plan for emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed child #2's financial agreement was not reviewed/updated within the 6-month time frame. The last financial agreement on file is dated 2/20/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2025): “All children's files complete with required documents.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's file did not contain verification of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “12 hours of training has been completed.”
Core safety Jan 23, 2025 Complaint investigation Sleep safety
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During the complaint investigation conducted on 1/23/2025 it was determined that child #1 was not placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. A picture was provided showing that child #1 was asleep on their side rather than on their back in the crib. Staff person #1 stated that child #1 was awake when placed in the crib so that another child could be picked up because the child was crying. Staff person #1 stated that staff did not get a chance to put child #1 in the recommended sleeping position once the child fell asleep.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2025): “All staff has been retrained on sleeping procedures. If children fall asleep in unapproved positions, they will be adjusted.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
During the complaint investigation conducted on 10/2/2024 observed that the Toddler room had 24 children with the youngest being age 2. The capacity for the room is 19.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 3, 2024): “Will monitor count of kids within room and space. Children to other areas of building with open capacity.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last fire drill conducted and documented in the fire drill log is dated 7/30/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Equipment will be tested every 30 days and drills will be every 60 days.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 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 monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed the last manual testing of the fire detection system was dated 7/1/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “Equipment will be tested every 30 days and drills will be done every 30 days and drills will be done every 60 days.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed Health and Safety training and pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “All staff will complete the mandated first aid + CPR training required.”
Citation Oct 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 10/2/2024 observed staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2024): “All staff will complete required training by 90-day window of hire date.”
Citation Apr 18, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed damaged paint in the Nursery room wall next to the exit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Drywall will be fixed on wall and repainted.”
Citation Apr 18, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed the facility's fire drill log was not up to date. The last fire drill conducted was on 2/1/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “Fire drill conducted.”
Citation Apr 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During the unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 4/18/2024 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of completion of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1's date of hire is 11/6/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 28, 2024): “CPR class is scheduled to be held for all new staff including #1.”
Core safety Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The NSOR verification on file for staff # 1 is dated 1/19/24, which is more than 45 days after their date of hire (see code sheet for date of hire). The email proof of request for the NSOR was not in their file. Staff # 2 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have proof of request for out of state clearances. Staff # 2 does not have a proof of request for their original NSOR verification. Staff # 3 (see code sheet for DOH) does not have an NSOR verification within 45 days of their initial employment; the original proof of request was not in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Staff 2 and 3 will not work in a child care position. Out of state clearances were called in and mailed in. Staff 2 and 3 will not work in a child care position until proper clearances are obtained.”
Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There was a red faux leather sofa in the older toddler and pink faux leather sofa in the young toddler classroom with small tears that exposed lining.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Durin Inspection, couches were removed from the classrooms. Maintenance sanded down edges of peeling couch and sealed with glue to prevent further picking by kids.”
Citation Feb 28, 2024 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)
There is no health assessment or TB screening results on file for staff person # 3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Staff #3 completed health screening and tb test.”
Citation Feb 28, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person # 1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid and 10 Hour Health and Safety. Staff person # 4 completed the Pediatric CPR/First Aid training more than 90 days after their initial date of hire (see code sheet), the training certificate is dated 9/22/23. Staff person # 5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric CPR/First Aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Provider will make allotted time for staff to complete training during day down times to ensure that it is completed within the 90 days of hire date. Staff # 1 is on medical leave with an unknown date of return. Staff # 1 will complete Pediatric CPR/First Aid and 10 hour health and safety prior to…”
Citation Feb 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff persons #2, 3, and 4 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health and safety training by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Staff persons # 2, 3, and 4 have completed the 1 hour training update.”
Citation Feb 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's, 30 credits + 4 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(4)
The education on file for staff person # 1 did not include the transcript to verify 30 credit hours in a human services field.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 20, 2023): “The operator will have staff person # 1 provide their college transcript to verify 30 credit hours.”
Citation Feb 20, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have the address for the release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 8, 2023): “The operator will have the mother provide the release person's address.”
Core safety Nov 28, 2022 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 11/22/22, a child # 1, toddler, received a goose egg on their forehead and no staff in the classroom could explain how it happened.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Staff have been retrained on the importance of being within hearing, seeing ang reaching proximity at all times. Hired staff that we not capable to perform this task have been removed from employment with MTK.”
Core safety Nov 28, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
During a complaint investigation on 11/28/22, staff person # 1 admitted to arguing with staff person # 2 on 11/22/22 in front of the children after child # 1 was injured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Staff have been counseled on appropriate conduct while at work and in the presence of children. Staff will act and speak in a calming, comforting manner at all times.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Complaint investigation Health & medication
General Health and Safety/Amount to administer 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.133(7)(iv)
On 11/18/22, staff person # 1 admitted that when they gave child # 1 medication on 10/20/22, they did not log the amount of medication given. Staff Person # 1 admitted to giving the child the amount of medication they thought was correct based on the estimated weight of the child. The amount given was estimated to be 1.75 ML too much.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Policy and procedures have been reviewed with staff. Staff will not administer any medication to children. Specifically designated and trained personnel will be the only ones to administer and log all medications.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During a complaint investigation, staff # 1 admitted that they did not maintain a medication log for medication administered to child # 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Policy and procedures have been reviewed with staff. Staff will not administer any medication to children. Specifically designated and trained personnel will be the only ones to administer and log all medications. Will not use software logs to communicate and track medication advisement from…”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
On 11/14/22, the fire drill log reviewed was out of compliance. More than 60 days passed between fire drills. A fire drill was logged for 11/7/22 and prior to that, 6/20/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2022): “Created a fire log binder for easier location during inspections and for completion of needed testing and exercises. Plan designated location for binder to be at all times. Fire drill exercises will be at least every 60 days.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 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 an unannounced inspection on 11/14/22, operator could not locate the fire alarm testing logs to verify fire alarms were tested every 30 days as required by Act 62.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Created a fire log binder for easier location during inspections and for completion of needed testing and exercises. Plan designated location for binder to be at all times. Fire alarm systems will be at least every 30 days.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person # 2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Getting Started with Center Based Building Blocks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2022): “Provide time during building work shifts to ensure that all new staff complete trainings within the allotted 90 day timeframe advised.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person# 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/12/15.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2022): “Have staff complete the updated training to be within the 5 year period before expiration.”
Citation Nov 14, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff person # 3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire - Pediatric CPR/First Aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 15, 2022): “Staff will compete Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
Child # 1 is a 6 month old. The child has only received one dose of the DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccines. Child # 2 is an 8 month old; they have, only received one dose of the DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio vaccines. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommendations and neither child has a written exemption on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The child's parent will provide an updated vaccine record.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
The health report on file for child # 1 does not include a statement that the child can participate in child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The owner will have the parent provide an updated health assessment with a statement that the child is free to participate in child care.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Staff person # 1 started on 1/17/22; there is no health assessment or TB screening results on file. Staff person # 6 started on 8/16/21; the health assessment is dated 10/18/21 and not prior to their initial service.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “Staff person # 6 has a valid health assessment on file. Staff person # 1 will get a health assessment and TB screening immediately.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
The cert rep observed a bottle in the infant room refrigerator with no label.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 2, 2022): “Staff labeled the bottle during the inspection.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
There is no emergency drill logged at the facility for 2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The operator will do an emergency drill and log it for 2022.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Compliance/Nondiscrimination 55 Pa. Code §3270.26
There is no civil rights compliance letter posted at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The owner will submit the civil rights compliance application and post the compliance letter when it is received.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person # 2 started on 10/21/21 and did not complete mandated reporter training until 2/6/22. Staff person # 3 started on 9/2/21 and did not complete mandated reporter training until 1/17/22. Staff person # 5 started on 8/2/21 and has not completed mandated reporter training. Staff person # 6 started on 8/16/21 and has not completed mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “Staff persons # 2 and 3 have current emergency plan training. Staff persons # 5 and 6 will finish the mandated reporter training.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Staff person # 1 was hired as a group supervisor; there is no proof of education or experience in their file. Staff person # 4 was hired as an assistant group supervisor; there is no proof of education or experience in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The operator will have staff # 1 and 4 provide proof of education.”
Citation Mar 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff person # 5 has one written reference on file. Staff person # 1 has no written references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 11, 2022): “The operator will have staff # 1 and 5 provide the missing references.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Jan 23, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Oct 2, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Nov 28, 2022 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Nov 14, 2022 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $55.00 $50.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $55.00 $50.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.00 $45.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $47.00 $40.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $40.00 $36.00

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 60 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 11, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Sep 17, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Mt Top Kids
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 474-5437
State certificate # CER-00255829
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Common questions

Has MT Top Kids 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 Feb 7, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection conducted on 2/7/2025 observed staff person #1's National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) on file is expired. It is dated 1/10/2020. Observed staff person #2's FBI clearance on file is…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about MT Top Kids?

Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is MT Top Kids’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Sep 17, 2025. 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 MT Top Kids compare with other daycares in Mountain Top?

It is #4 of 6 centers in Mountain Top by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 67% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was MT Top Kids last inspected?

Feb 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does MT Top Kids cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $55.00 for newborn, $55.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $47.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs MT Top Kids?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mt Top Kids.

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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