Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program
Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program is a certified child care center in Lilly, PA, with capacity for 51 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 54 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (21 of 54). 23 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 #22 of 38 centers in Cambria County and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Continued non-compliance. On 8/17/26 and 9/15/26 the facility was able to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 12/27/24 and 12/27/25. The inspection report dated 12/27/25 indicated 1 deficiency, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.
Continued non-compliance. On 6/25/26 and 8/17/26 observed an electrical outlet to the left of the exterior exit door in the cafeteria which lacked a protective receptacle cover. On 6/25/26 and 8/17/26 observed an electrical outlet to the left of the telephone in the cafeteria which lacked a protective receptacle cover. On 8/17/26 observed an electrical outlet between the interior doors of the cafeteria which lacked a protective receptacle cover. On 8/17/26 observed an electrical outlet to the right of the right exterior door in the gym which lacked a protective receptacle cover.
Continued non-compliance. On 6/25/26 and 8/17/26 observed New Life Advanced Formula Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the heat register by the exit in the cafeteria that was accessible to children.
Continued non-compliance. On 8/17/26 observed approximately a 2-inch tear with exposed foam in the padding on the left side of the door by the bleachers that exits into the hall in the indoor play space.
Continued non-compliance. On 6/25/26 and 8/17/26 the first four stalls in the Girls bathroom lacked handwashing signs. On 8/17/26 the left sink in the Girls bathroom lacked a handwashing sign.
Continued non-compliance. On 8/17/26 the facility was able to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 12/27/24 and 12/27/25. The inspection report dated 12/27/25 indicated 1 deficiency, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.
Staff #1 and #2 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #1 and #2 was not the Disclosure Statement for Child Care Employment dated 1/1/25.
On 6/25/26 observed an electrical outlet to the left of the exit door in the cafeteria which lacked a protective receptacle cover. On 6/25/25 observed an electrical outlet to the left of the telephone in the cafeteria which lacked a protective receptacle cover. On 6/25/26 observed electrical outlets under the stage in the indoor play space which lacked protective receptacle covers. On 6/25/26 observed an electrical outlet to the right of the door leading to the hall in the indoor play space which lacked a protective receptacle cover.
On 6/25/26 observed Super Sorb Granular Absorbent which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the 1st heat register by the kitchen in the cafeteria that was accessible to children. On 6/25/26 observed New Life Advanced Formula Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the heat register by the exit in the cafeteria that was accessible to children.
On 6/25/26 observed trash contaminated by human secretions or excrements which was not contained in a closed, plastic-lined receptacle in the Main Room.
On 6/25/26 a first-aid kit was not present in the outdoor play space when children were receiving care in that space.
The first-aid kit in the main room did not contain soap and tweezers.
On 6/25/26 observed padding around the door by the bleachers that exits into the hall with exposed foam in the indoor play space.
The sink and toilet in the bathroom located in the hallway by the Main Room lacked handwashing signs. The first four stalls in the Girls bathroom lacked handwashing signs.
The file of Staff #1 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months priors to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained a health assessment dated 7/11/24.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 6/10/25, 8/2/25, 9/22/25, 11/7/25, 12/29/25, 1/26/26, 3/18/26, 5/18/26, and 6/4/26.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills. The facility provided documentation that the hypothetical location was the same for fire drills conducted on 9/22/25, 11/7/25, and 12/29/25.
At the time of the inspection on 6/25/26 the facility was unable to provide documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional annually. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected on 12/26/24 and 12/27/24 by a fire safety professional but did not provide documentation for 2025.
The file of Child #2 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Child #2 did not contain a health report.
A current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance policy was not on file at the facility.
The file of Staff #3 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #3 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 10/7/25 with a previous training conducted on 2/2/24.
The file of Child #2 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the file and give the original to the parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the work telephone number of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the complete work address of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
On 6/25/26 emergency contact information was not present in the outdoor play space when children were receiving care in that space.
On 6/25/26 a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not present in the outdoor play space when children were receiving care in that space.
Staff #2 lacked 3 hours of annual child care training required between December 2024 and December 2025. Staff #2 had 4 hours of child care training completed on 3/20/26 used towards correction.
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On 9/3/25 observed 2 electrical outlets under the stage in the indoor play space which lacked protective receptacle covers. On 9/3/25 observed an electrical outlet at the 1st entrance to the cafeteria which lacked protective receptacle covers. On 9/3/25 observed an electrical outlet between the entrance doors in the cafeteria which lacked protective receptacle covers. On 9/3/25 observed an electrical outlet at the 2nd entrance to the cafeteria which lacked protective receptacle covers.
On 9/3/25 observed New Life Moisturizing Hand Sanitizer which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the table under the window by the outside exit door in the cafeteria.
On 9/3/25 observed a spray bottle which was not labeled on the table under the window by the outside exit door in the cafeteria. Child care staff indicated the bottle contained cleaning materials used by the cafeteria staff.
On 9/3/25 observed an Aloe Vera Plant on the shelf to the right of the bookcase in the Main Room.
On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 2-inch hole in the mat with exposed foam to the right of the 1st door leading to the outside in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 1-inch hole in the top right panel of the mat with exposed foam on the first closet door in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 1-inch hole in the bottom left panel of the mat with exposed foam on the first closet door in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately 1-inch holes with exposed foam on the bottom of the mats to the left of the closet door in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 1-inch hole on the right mat with exposed foam on the 2nd door leading to the outside in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 1-inch hole with exposed foam on the panel to the left of the 2nd door leading to the outside in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately 1-inch holes on the bottom panels of the mats with exposed foam on the 2nd closet door in the indoor play space. On 9/3/25 observed approximately a 1-inch hole with exposed foam on the bottom of the mat to the left of the 2nd closet door in the indoor play…
On 9/3/25 the two sinks in the Boys Bathroom lacked handwashing signs. On 9/3/25 the last stall in the Boys Bathroom lacked a handwashing sign.
On 9/3/25 observed wooden blocks with rough edges in the Main Room.
On 9/3/25 written notification of safe routes was not posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation of fire drills being conducted on 9/13/24, 11/20/24, 2/9/25, 4/17/25, 6/10/25, and 8/2/25.
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that the hypothetical locations of the fire were rotated around the facility for each drill such that the hypothetical location was never the same for consecutive drills.
The agreement for Child #5 did not specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the date of the child's admission. The agreement for Child #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
The file of Child #2 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the files and give the original agreement to the parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Emergency contact information for Child #4 did not include the complete home and work addresses of the enrolling parent.
Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Emergency contact information for Child #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact and agreement for Child #1 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact was signed on 5/6/24 and reviewed on 9/12/24 and 8/22/25. Child #1's agreement was signed on 5/15/24 and reviewed on 8/19/24 and 8/25/25. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #2 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact was reviewed on 3/14/23, 2/4/25, and 8/26/25. Child #2's agreement was reviewed on 7/17/24, 5/7/25, 6/7/25, and 8/6/25. The emergency contact for Child #3 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3 emergency contact was signed on 9/26/24 and reviewed on 1/20/25 and 8/25/25. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's emergency contact was reviewed on 7/26/24, 2/5/25, and 8/27/25. Child #5's agreement was reviewed on 7/26/24, 2/25/25, 4/30/25, and 8/8/25.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of receiving training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 7/22/25 with a previous one completed on 6/10/24.
On 7/23/25 observed a first-aid kit on the bottom of the closet next to the staff's office in the Main Room which was accessible to children.
On 7/23/25 observed mats on the closet doors in the gym with exposed foam.
On 7/23/25 observed 3 cracked LEGOS with rough edges in the Main Room. On 7/23/25 observed a cracked tote containing cardboard blocks in the Main Room.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 6/18/25 with a previous one conducted on 5/28/24.
The file of Staff #1, who was designated as a group supervisor, lacked documentation of a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education, or the human services field.
The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Observed an electrical outlet to the right of the closet in the classroom which lacked a protective receptacle cover. Observed an electrical outlet behind the computer in the classroom which lacked a protective receptacle cover. Observed an electrical outlet to the left of the sink in the bathroom by the classroom which lacked a protective receptacle cover.
Observed two Sani-Hands for Kids Instant Hand Sanitizing Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the classroom sink which were accessible to children. Observed two Betco Liquid Creme Cleansers which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the classroom sink which were accessible to children. Observed Equate Antibacterial Hands and Face Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" under the classroom sink which were accessible to children.
The hot water temperature for the classroom sink was 115 degrees F.
The legal entity did not have a current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance policy on file at the facility.
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of participating, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of fire safety training conducted on 10/14/24 with a previous one conducted on 9/14/23.
Staff #2 lacked 12 hours of annual child care training required from December 2023 through December 2024. Staff #2 had 3 hours of child care training completed on 3/14/25 used for correction.
“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) | $36.50 | $36.50 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $32.50 | $32.50 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $32.50 | $32.50 |
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 Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jun 29, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 and #2 lacked a valid disclosure statement (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The disclosure statement on file for Staff #1 and #2 was not the Disclosure Statement for Child Care Employment dated 1/1/25.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective May 1, 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 Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program compare with other daycares in Cambria County?
It is tied for #22 of 38 centers in Cambria County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program last inspected?
Sep 15, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $36.50 for preschool, $32.50 for young school-age, $32.50 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Penn Cambria Before and Afterschool Program?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Cambria County Child Development Corporation.
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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.
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