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Small Wonders Daycare CTR

2545 Darlington Rd, Beaver Falls, PA 15010 · Beaver County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Small Wonders Daycare CTR is a certified child care center in Beaver Falls, PA, with capacity for 69 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 62 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (19 of 62). 14 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #5 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 93% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #5 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls
4 Core-safety citations
58 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
62 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 23, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 23, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 21, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 21, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 19
Building & playground safety 14
Health & medication 11
Training & qualifications 9
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 3
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 two most recent state police clearances are dated 8/21/20 and 9/11/25, two most recent child abuse clearances are dated 8/26/20 and 9/19/25. Staff #4 NSOR certificate was dated 9/26/25 which is after first date of caring for children(See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “From this point forward each staff person will have all clearances in file before starting with children. A monthly calendar was made with staff members due dates for new clearances to be more aware of expiration dates.”
Core safety Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At approximately 9am in room 203/205 staff #1 and 2 were observed with 14 PS. Staff #1 named 8 children in their supervisory group, and Staff #2 named 5 children in their group totaling 13 children. The staff were asked to name their supervisory groups again. Staff #1 again named 8 children and staff #2 named 5 children again, totaling 13 children. Staff # 1, when asked to find out which child was not identified realized that they actually had 9 children in their group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “Staff members was corrected on how many children they had at the time. They named all the children they had even had them written down however they were saying wrong number. They were corrected at time what they were doing wrong”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
In room 203/205 there was a book bag next to the sand table that contained Equate Hand Sanitizer and Up & Up Diaper Rash Paste both stated keep out of reach of children were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “All cleaning materials were placed in a locked area out of the accessibility of children.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
In the indoor gross motor area the end cover of the heating register was missing exposing sharp edges.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Duct tape was used to cover the edges of the play area to endure the safety of the children.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
There was not a handwashing sign by the sink and diapering area in room 206.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “The handwashing sign was placed above the sink. Staff moved the sink while re-arranging and never moved the sign.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In room 201 in a black cabinet without a lock were 3 rolls of garbage bags accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “The garbage bags were removed from the black cabinet and placed away from children.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
At approximately 1:10pm in room 201 all 6 children's cots that were in use did not have at least 2ft of space on three sides of the cots. In room 207 2 cribs and 3 pack in plays that were in use did not have at least 2 ft of space on three sides of the beds.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “All cots and cribs were moved to be 2 ft 3 sides.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.181(c)
Child #2's, an older toddler age child (See LIS Code Sheet), most recent health assessment is dated 8/29/24 which is more than 12 months ago. Child #4's, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), most recent health assessment is dated 6/12/24 which is more than 12 months ago. Child #5's, a young school age child(See LIS Code Sheet), most recent health assessment is dated 11/19/21 which more than one year before the start of school.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “All parents were asked to have all recent health assessments in by 11/4/2025.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
The immunization record on file for Child #4, a preschool age child(See LIS Code Sheet), 3 of 4 Pneumococcal vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “Parent was told about the late immunization and that she would have until 11/4/25 to get it in or he can no longer attend daycare until all immunizations/physicals were updated. Parent got the child into doctor on 11/4/25.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
At approximately 950am in room 207 a child's hands were not washed after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 4, 2025): “At the time of diapering staff member was wiping child's hands with a wipe instead of having the child go to the sink and wash the child's hands in the sink. Staff member was explained that the children in that room are old enough to start using the sink to wash hands.”
Citation Oct 23, 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)
Staff #3's most recent health assessment is dated 8/22/23 which is more than 24 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “Staff member was asked to contact doctor to get a copy of her health assessment. Director had misplaced it at time. Health assessment was then placed into staff members file.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #1's most recent child service report is dated 9/2024 which is more than 6 months ago. Child #3's most recent child service report is dated 12/2024 which is more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2025): “All staff members were told to please make sure a service report was done for these children right away.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Child #2's file did not contain the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “From this time forward each child's file will contain a phone number for the physician. The physicians number was put on child's file at time.”
Citation Oct 23, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Staff file #3 lacked 3.5 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 7/2024 to 7/2025. Staff file #3 contained 4 child care training hours dated 8/8/25(1hr) and 10/20/25(3hr) used for correction. Staff file #5 lacked 6.5 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 12/2023 to 12/2024. Staff file #5 contained child care training hours dated 8/4/25(3hr), 8/6/25(1hr), 9/16/25(2hr), and 9/26/25(2hr) used for correction. Staff file #6 lacked 11 of the 12 hours of annual child care training required from 12/2023 to 12/2024. Staff file #6 contained 11 child care training hours dated 8/8/25(1hr), 8/27/25(3hr), 9/10/25(3hr), 9/10/25(1hr), and 9/11/25(3hr) used for correction.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2025): “Staff members hours were corrected at time. From this point forward all staff hours will be done in a timely manner,”
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Core safety Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #5 file contained a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 9/29/24 which is not acceptable. A new acceptable child abuse clearance was obtained on 10/28/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Employees new Clearance was done and put in the file.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
The emergency plan was not posted in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The emergency plan was posted on the parent board when you walk through the door of the Daycare.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter the operator provided to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures described in subsection did not contain accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The Letter was updated to explain during emergency procedures all accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions will be provided.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
In the gross motor room on the right side a protective outlet cover was missing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Protective covers were placed in the outlet that was missing when staff went downstairs to the gross motor room.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
In room 208 the first aid kit was missing tweezers and tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Tweezers and tape were put into the first aid kit.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The closet doors in the back of the gross motor room were splintering along the bottom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Duct tape was put on the part of the door that were splintering to avoid children getting hurt.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In room 201 on the shelf by the window on the right side of the room was a blue bin that was cracked causing pinch points.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The blue bin was taken out of the room and thrown away.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In the downstairs girls and boys bathrooms under the sinks were loose garbage bags accessible to children still placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The garbage bags were taken out of the bathroom and put into maintenance closet. They were taken out of the space used by children.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
In room 208 was a child's medication log that did not have written consent from the parent for administration and had been administered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “A new log was signed and put in binder to have the medicine administered. Staff thought they could have 2 medications on one page. Staff was explained to that each medicine needs its own log with signature”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Name of medication 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)(i)
In room 207 the medication name on the medication log did not match the medication that was being administered. The medication was Tylenol and the medication on the log was Ibuprofen 50mg.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The medicine log was fixed right away as it was a staff members child's medicine.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
Staff #1 current health assessment dated 11/14/22 is not acceptable as it was not signed by the medical provider. Staff #3 two most recent health assessments are dated 5/24/21 and 8/22/23 which are more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Staff person has got a new health assessment and is in the file. The staff #3 had a late health assessment which was corrected however late.”
Citation Oct 25, 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)
The fire alarm testing log contained the following dates 3/1/24-4/26/24 which are more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The fire alarm log was missed by a few days not within the 30 days apart. This was fixed as it was done but late.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #2's two most recent mandated reporter trainings are dated 11/1/18 and 3/26/24 which are more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Staff had already corrected and had new one in file. It was past the 60 months so we will make sure that these are done in a timely manner.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
Staff #6's, who is working as an assistant group supervisor, file did not contain proof of their education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Staff member ran home and got a copy of her diploma and now is in her file.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
The financial agreement for Child #1 did not contain the fee amount.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The agreement fee was put on the document and a new copy was given to the parent.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #1's two most recent child service reports are dated 9/2023 and 9/2024 which are more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “It was corrected to due having one done in 9/24.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
Child #2 file did not contain emergency contact's name or information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “Information was obtained and put on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Child #5 file did not contain the address of the child's physician or source of medical care. Child #7 file did not contain the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “The information needed for both children were obtained and put onto children's emergency contact documentation.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #3's file did not contain the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits. Child #5 and 6's files did not contain the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “All information was obtained and put on children's emergency contact form.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child #2's file was missing the 2 phone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #3's file was missing one address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child #4's file was missing the house number and street name of one individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “All information was obtained and placed on the forms for each child. phone numbers, address on who the child can be released to.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Staff #4's file only contained one written nonfamily reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “A new written non family reference was obtained and put into staff's file.”
Citation Oct 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for Staff person #1 includes 10.5 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 6/15/23-6/15/24. On 7/23/24 staff #1 completed an additional 2 hour training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2024): “This was corrected however not in the timely manner.”
Citation Oct 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There was a child size couch in room 203 and room 206 that was observed to be peeling.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2024): “Both couches were immediately removed from the classrooms.”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in Room 206 was lacking tweezers
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 29, 2022): “A pair of tweezers was immediately placed in the first aid kit.”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
In Room 107 there were foam blocks observed with bite marks in them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 29, 2022): “The foam blocks were removed from the classroom”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
The small table in room 208 was very loose and could cause pinch points for the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 29, 2022): “The table was removed from the classroom until it could be tightened.”
Citation Oct 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for Child #1 contained a health assessment that was dated more than 12 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 27, 2022): “An updated Health Assessment was obtained for Child #1.”
Core safety Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for facility person #1 completed mandated reporter training on 7/6/15 and 8/28/20, which is more than 60 months apart. The file for facility person #2, with a start date of 9/23/21, contained a National Sex Offender Registry Certificate dated for 10/7/21, with no documentation of applying before starting at the facility. The file for facility person #4, with a start date of 6/1/21, applied for the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate on 5/30/21. Certificate was dated for 8/13/21, which is more than 45 days after starting at the facility. The file for facility person #5, with a start date of 10/17/16, applied for the National Sex Offender Registry Certificate on 11/1/19, no certificate currently on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Facility person #5 was removed. All other staff had current clearances on file.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file for facility person #5, with a start date of 10/17/16, lacked emergency plan training in 2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Facility person was re-trained for an updated emergency plan.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
The immunization record for child #2 lacked Hepatitis B, Rotavirus, DTAP, HIB, Pneumococcal, and Polio in accordance with the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2021): “Parents are working on acheiving medical records from Hawaii-we gave them until the 15th, otherwise they will not be allowed back to daycare until the can get them. Child was removed.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for facility person #5 contained a health assessment dated for 9/28/18 and 9/8/21, which is more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Staff person #5 obtained a health assessment.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
Evacuation routes were not posted in the basement/gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Evacuation routes were reposted in basement gym space(shared space with church)”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
The emergency plan lacked the evacuation route to the relocation site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Relocation route was added into the emergency plan.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The file for facility person #1, #3, and #5 lacked documentation of fire safety training in 2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “plan of correction is to make sure all staff have copies of fire safety training in their files. Staff person #1 and 3 had training however, certificate was not in file. Copied and put in file. Staff person 5 fire safety she was out during covid and we had her do fire safety on 10/22/21”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #4, with a start date of 6/1/21, completed the health and safety training topics 1-9 as required by 3270.31(f) on 9/24/21, which is more than 90 days since they started.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Make sure all trainings are done before staff are to be trained in the classroom.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file for facility person #5 had an evaluation completed on 10/31/19 and 10/1/21, which is more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Evaluations are to be done yearly on a yearly basis of employment. Staff member was out due to Covid and we never conducted one for her in 2020. She returned in 2021 and updated evaluation was done.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
The daily activities plan was not posted in the gym or room 206.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Daily schedule was posted in the group space.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The agreement for child #7 lacked the arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Provider asked the parent to write the childs arrival and departure time on agreement.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
The files for child #1, #4, #5, and #7 contained the original agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “All agreements were copied and original given to parent.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The emergency contact form for child #1 lacked the physician's phone number. The emergency contact form for child #2 and #7 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “All physicians information name, address and telephone numbers were put on all emergency contacts.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #7 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “All parents information were gathered and put onto Emergency contacts. Some parents are in school so we had them put n/a and a what number to use to get a hold of them.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The file and emergency contain form for child #4 lacked written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care, prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Parent signed medical care form that day.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for child #2 and #5 lacked the child's health insurance policy number. The emergency contact form for child #4 lacked the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “All policy numbers were added to all emergency contacts.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form for child #1, #4, #5, #6, and #7 lacked the release person's address. The emergency contact form for child #2 lacked the name, address and telephone number of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released, but listed them on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Emergency contact forms were filled out with information needed for release person.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
The emergency transportation plan was not posted in the gym.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “The emergency transportation poster was posted back up on the wall at the entrance to the gym.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The file for child #4 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff, prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Signature was signed on document. Will make sure all signatures are on every 6 months.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h)
The file for facility person #5, with a start date of 10/17/21, completed pediatric first-aid and CPR training on 9/15/21, which is more than 180 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Staff member received her cpr/first aid training. Will make sure to have all staff members receive CPR before starting in classroom.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
The file for facility person #1 lacked documentation of completion of the health and safety training topics 1-9 as required by 3270.31(f). Facility person #1 has been employed at the facility for more than 180 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 2, 2021): “Facility person had training done however, the certificate was not located in her file. We copied the certificate and put in her file.”

“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) $45.00 $37.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $45.00 $37.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $41.00 $35.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $39.00 $33.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $37.00 $31.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $35.00 $29.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $35.00 $29.00

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 69 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 11, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Small Wonders Daycare CTR INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 847-3237
State certificate # CER-00248574
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Common questions

Has Small Wonders Daycare CTR had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Oct 23, 2025 (background checks): “Staff #1 two most recent state police clearances are dated 8/21/20 and 9/11/25, two most recent child abuse clearances are dated 8/26/20 and 9/19/25. Staff #4 NSOR certificate was dated 9/26/25 which is after first date…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Small Wonders Daycare CTR?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Small Wonders Daycare CTR since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Small Wonders Daycare CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 11, 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 Small Wonders Daycare CTR compare with other daycares in Beaver Falls?

It is tied for #5 of 7 centers in Beaver Falls by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 93% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Small Wonders Daycare CTR last inspected?

Oct 23, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Small Wonders Daycare CTR cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $45.00 for newborn, $45.00 for infant, $41.00 for young toddler, $39.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Small Wonders Daycare CTR?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Small Wonders Daycare CTR INC.

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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