Sarver Childrens Center is a certified child care center in Sarver, PA, with capacity for 45 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 32 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (10 of 32). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #1 of 5 centers in Sarver and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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In the downstairs preschool classroom, a road rug play carpet with was curling at the corner and the round alphabet rug was lifting around the edges, both being a tripping hazard.
Staff #2 was observed to be holding an able young toddler at the sink to wash their hands.
Based on observation and discussion with staff #1, the 2 of the 5 children the front classroom did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch.
The fire drill log contained documentation of testing the fire detection system which exceeded 30 days (12/9/2024 to 1/10/2025).
The emergency contact form of child #3 did not contain information about 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 or documentation this is not applicable to the child.
The emergency contact form of child #1 did not contain the addresses of the release persons designated by parents to whom the child may be released.
Based on documentation, a review and/or update to the emergency contact forms and financial agreements of child #1, #2 and # 3 exceeded 6 months.
Based on documentation of the testing of the fire detection system, the testing of the system exceeded 30 days on one occasion in the last 12 months (5/24/2024 to 6/24/2024).
The emergency plan did not include directions to the location away from the facility in the event of an emergency evacuation.
On the day of inspection, a bag of Miracle Grow labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" and was observed accessible to children.
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Observed the first-aid kit that is used to accompany children on excursions did not to contain a bottle of water.
In the outdoor play area it was observed peeling paint on the chalk board wall.
The health report on file for Children #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of an influenza immunization being administered with in the last year in accordance with the recommendations of ACIP.
It was observed in the infant room medication not labeled with the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.
The facility's Emergency Plan did not include a plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility fire drill log showed the facility did not conduct fire drills every 60 days. This is evidenced by the dates 12/12/2023, 2/13/2023, 4/14/2023.
The Emergency Contact Form on file for Child #3 was observed not to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The file for staff person #3 contains a current health assessment that was completed greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The file is now current.
The file for staff person #3 contains current PFA/PCPR certification that was completed after the previous certification expired. The training is now current.
The files for staff persons #2 and #3 contain current fire safety training that was completed greater than 12 months after the previous training was completed. The files are now current.
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking pediatric first aide/ pediatric CPR certification completed within 90 days of hire. The file does contain current PFA/PCPR certification.
The file for child #1 contains a financial agreement that lacks the signature of the operator.
The file for child #1 contains a financial agreement that lacks the child's admission date.
The files for staff persons #2 and #3 are lacking documentation of 12 hours of childcare training completed during the year 12/19/2020 to 12/19/2021. The staff have since completed the required 12 hours of training.
The first aid kit in the back classroom did not contain tweezers.
A handwashing sign was not posted at the sink in the downstairs restroom.
The immunization record of child #1 did not contain documentation or exemption of an annual influenza vaccination.
The fire drill log contained documentation of fire drills being conducted on 12/1/2020 and the next on 2/2/2021, exceeding 60 days.
The facility did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
Pediatric first aid and CPR of facility person #1 and 2 was completed more than 90 days from their hire dates.
The emergency contact form of child #2 did not contain information on the child's special needs in an emergency situation or documentation this was not applicable to the child.
Pediatric first aid and CPR of facility person #4 (with a start date prior to 12/19/2020) was not obtained on or before 6/17/2021.
“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) | $39.00 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $39.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $37.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $36.00 | $24.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $35.00 | $23.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $35.00 | $23.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $35.00 | $23.00 |
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 Sarver Childrens Center had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 32 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Sarver Childrens Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Sarver Childrens Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Sarver Childrens Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 30, 2023. 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 Sarver Childrens Center compare with other daycares in Sarver?
It is #1 of 5 centers in Sarver by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Sarver Childrens Center last inspected?
Nov 19, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Sarver Childrens Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $39.00 for newborn, $39.00 for infant, $37.00 for young toddler, $36.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Sarver Childrens Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Sarver Childrens 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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