Stay N Play Day Care

25 N 16th St, Indiana, PA 15701 · Indiana County

Certificate revoked or not renewed; appeal pending (COMPASS) 2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 5 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Stay N Play Day Care is a child care center in Indiana, PA, with capacity for 47 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search shows its certificate as revoked or not renewed, with an appeal pending. Check COMPASS for whether it may operate. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times and confirmed violations in 5 complaint investigations. The state cited 31 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (10 of 31). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #1 of 7 centers in Indiana and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

#1 of 7 centers in Indiana

4 Core-safety citations

27 Other citations

10 Inspections

5 Complaint investigations that found violations

31 citations from 15 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 14, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 10

Building & playground safety 9

Training & qualifications 3

Emergency preparedness 3

Caregiver conduct 2

Records & paperwork 2

Child protection 1

Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 14, 2026 Inspection Child protection

Fraud or deceit in obtaining or attempting to obtain a certificate of compliance 55 Pa. Code §20.71(a)(7)

Through staff interviews it was disclosed that Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 received CPR/First Aid training cards without completing a CPR/First aid training. Staff Person #1's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 9/27/25, Staff Person #2's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 4/25/26 and Staff Person #3's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 1/3/26. Staff Person #4 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course in 12/2025, but their CPR/First Aid card is dated 4/25/26. Staff Person #5 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 1/4/25, Staff Person #6 received a 30-minute shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 6/7/25 but was never fully trained in CPR/First Aid and Staff Person #7 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 4/25/26. All of these trainings and/or certificates were issued by Staff Person #8 who is a PQAS approved trainer. The approved curriculum is 4.5 hours in length.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2026): “1. The facility will not accept or rely on fraudulent or altered training documentation to obtain or maintain a Certificate of Compliance. (Implemented on 8/3/26) 2. Staff member #8 will no longer teach CPR/First Aid. (Implemented on 8/3/26)”

Follow-up May 14, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

2ND CITATION: It was observed that there is a black substance on the corner of the wall in the infant room beside the rainbow mural. PREVIOUSLY CITED 4/8/26

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “The black substance on the wall in the infant room beside the rainbow mural was removed immediately upon discovery. The wall was thoroughly cleaned and sanitized, and the area was inspected to ensure it was clean and in good repair. Staff received retraining on maintaining a clean, sanitary…”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up May 14, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)

2ND CITIATION: In the downstairs bathroom it was observed that there wasn't a lidded waste receptacle. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 4/8/2026.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “A lidded hands-free waste receptacle was added to the downstairs bathroom on 5/15/2026.”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Follow-up May 14, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)

2ND CITATION: Staff person #1 did not dispose of a soiled diaper immediately after diaper change into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 4/8/26.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 15, 2026): “Staff member #1 was retrained on the diapering procedures in compliance with 55 PA Code Chapter 3270.135 (a)(3)”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

Citation May 14, 2026 Complaint investigation Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Through staff interviews it was disclosed that Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 received CPR/First Aid training cards without completing a CPR/First aid training. Staff Person #1's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 9/27/25, Staff Person #2's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 4/25/26 and Staff Person #3's fraudulent CPR/First Aid card was dated 1/3/26. Staff Person #4 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course in 12/2025, but their CPR/First Aid card is dated 4/25/26. Staff Person #5 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 1/4/25, Staff Person #6 received a 30-minute shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 6/7/25 but was never fully trained in CPR/First Aid and Staff Person #7 received a shortened version of the Pediatric First Aid/CPR course on 4/25/26. All of these trainings and/or certificates were issued by Staff Person #8 who is a PQAS approved trainer. The approved curriculum is 4.5 hours in length.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 12, 2026): “1. Immediate correction (7/15/26) Staff member #8 will no longer teach CPR/First Aid. (Implemented 7/29/26) 2. Required training (8/7/26) Staff members #1, #2, #5, and #6 will complete a full 4.5-hour pediatric CPR/ First aid course taught by a PQAS-approved trainer. This training is tentatively…”

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

Observed on the blue wall by the book corner in the Infant room an ~ 2 inch area of crumbling dry wall / paint.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 14, 2026): “the area was scraped and repaired and will be repainted with concrete paint to avoid another incident like this.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication

Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)

Observed staff person #1 did not clean and sanitize the pad on the diapering table in the infant room after changing a child's diaper. Observed staff person #2 did not clean and sanitize the gray changing mat that was placed on the floor near the preschool restrooms after changing a child's diaper.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2026): “The staff person received updated training on how to sanitize diaper pads after each and every single diaper change.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication

Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152

Observed in the Infant room staff person #1 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2026): “All staff are required to wash their hands and the child's hands after each and every diaper change. All staff were required to explain to the director when and why handwashing requirements are. Each staff member demonstrated the skill correctly.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)

Observed in the downstairs infant / toddler child care space the bathroom and diaper changing area were lacking clean, lidded waste receptacles.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 14, 2026): “Clean lidded waste receptacles were immediately put into place in the said rooms above.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)

Observed staff person #1 did not wash an infant's hands after changing their diaper. Observed older toddler children in the Toddler space went directly from coloring at the table to eating lunch without washing their hands.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2026): “explained to infant room staff that if an infant can hold their head in an upright position that they are required to wash their hands also after each diaper change.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Apr 8, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)

Observed staff person #1 disposed of a soiled diaper in a trash container that was not a hands-free covered can.

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 14, 2026): “Hands free garbage cans are present in all rooms and staff was informed that this is the only trash can they can use for diapers. No other trash cans can be used for any reason for diapers.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Jan 13, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105

It was observed that two children were placed in highchairs during snack time without using the safety t-straps.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2026): “All staff were talked to explaining the reason why children must be strapped in highchairs. All staff demonstrated their skills to director.”

Core safety Oct 17, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)

During staff interviews it was reported that Staff Person #1 has yelled "shut up" to a child that is in care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Staff may not use harsh words when addressing children.”

Follow-up Oct 17, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

"2nd CITATION" On 10/17/25 at approximately 10:30AM it was observed that Staff Person #1 was in the bathroom caring for 1 PS and then was observed caring for 2 older toddlers. Staff Person #1 had been removed from care on 9/29/25 at the time of an allocated unannounced inspection because Staff Person #1 did not have a DHS FBI Clearance or proof of obtaining a DHS FBI clearance on file. "PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/29/25".

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “All staff will be required to have all clearances back and in their file before working with children.”

Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.

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Core safety Sep 29, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

The file for Staff Person #1 was lacking a signed disclosure statement by their rehire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #3 contained a FBI Clearance dated 9-18-25 and a NSOR certificate dated 9-19-25, which is after their hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #5 contained a NSOR certificate dated 9-11-25, which is after hire date and was lacking proof of fingerprinting or an FBI Clearance by hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #6 NSOR certificate is dated 2-18-25, which is after hire date (see LIS code sheet).

Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “All new staff will have all required clearances and paperwork before being allowed to work with children. All start dates with children will be noted.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Sep 29, 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)

The file for Staff Person #1 contains a health assessment dated 9-17-25, which is after their hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #5 was lacking a health assessment and tuberculin skin test by their first date working with children (see LIS code sheet).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “Staff Person #1 has current health assessment on file. Staff person #5 received a health assessment and TB test on 10/23/25”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Sep 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv)

The file for Staff Person #7 who was identified as an assistant group supervisor was lacking verification of two years experience with children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “All staff will be required to have proof of hours in their file before being labeled as an assistant group supervisor. Any not having the required hours will be an aide.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Sep 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

The files for Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #5 were lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person, by their first day working with children. (See LIS code sheet)

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “All staff obtained the required 2 non-family references.”

Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized

Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65

It was observed in the downstairs infant room that there was an outlet receptacle without a protective receptable cover.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2025): “The receptacle was immediately covered and will remain covered at all times.”

Citation Jan 27, 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)

The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #2 were dated 7/12/22 and 8/6/24, more than 24 months apart.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2025): “Staff received their physical 24 days past their former physical or 6 days before it was due. Staff has a current physical now.”

Citation Jan 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii)

The file for Staff Person #1 includes verification of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 6/4/24, after the expiration date of 5/31/24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2025): “Staff was trained 4 days late. Staff has their current CPR and First Aid notification card. We will make sure all staff is trained in a timely manner,”

Core safety Nov 26, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)

Based upon interviews with Staff at the facility it was verified that Staff Person #1 used harsh and abusive language that included a profanity regarding children in care at the facility. Children were present in the area preparing for dismissal.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The former employee was terminated immediately. No Staff is permitted to use foul language, profanity or curse words. All Staff have been reminded of this policy.”

Citation Nov 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

Upon review of the facility fire drill log, the last documented fire drill occurred on 8.29.24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “staff will do a fire drill every 30-60 days going forward. a firedrill was completed the next day Nov. 27, 2024.”

Citation Nov 26, 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)

Upon review of the facility fire alarm testing log, the last documented alarm testing occurred on 8.20.24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 27, 2025): “The fire alarm system will be checked every 30 days, a fire alarm test was completed 11/27/24 and will be done monthly.”

Citation Feb 7, 2024 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork

Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)

It was determined by interviewing staff during an investigation that an incident report was not completed and signed by the parent on the day that incident occurred. The incident report on file was dated the day after the incident.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2024): “Parents will be given incident/accident reports the same day as an incident/accident occurs going forward.”

Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)

It was observed in the toddler area of the main area that there was a garbage can with used Kleenex and other garbage that did not have a lid.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “the garbage can was removed from the child care space and was placed in a secure area immediately”

Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)

There was a prescription medication for a child in the infant room that had an expiration date of 1/8/24 and was therefore not in accordance with the manufacture's original label.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “The diaper cream was immediately removed and placed in a secure location.”

Citation Jan 24, 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 detection log on file contained dates of testing 1/6/23-2/13/23, which are more than 30 days in between.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “The staff was immediately informed that all fire drills need to be done within a 30 day timeframe.”

Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)

The facility does not have documentation verifying that the emergency plan was submitted after being updated on 2/10/23. The two updates on file are dated 10/6/22 and 1/12/24.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “we did not have the documentation in our facility but it faxed to us from our other facility immediately”

Citation Feb 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

The facility file lacked a section in the emergency plan that did not address volunteer emergency preparedness training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2023): “The Volunteer Emergency Preparedness Training was added to the Emergency Plan and sent to the Certification Representative.”

Citation Feb 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)

The file for Child #1 (PS) had an Updated Health Assessment more than 12 months past the initial health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2023): “This was cited and correct during the inspection.”

Citation Feb 10, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Facility files lacked proof of purchase for the interconnected smoke detection system.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2023): “The Letter of Attestation was signed and returned to the Certification Representative.”

Citation Feb 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)

The initial health assessment for Child File #1is later than 60 days from the first day of attendance at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2023): “This was cited and corrected at the inspection.”

Citation Jan 7, 2022 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)

The fie for staff #1 had a health assessment date of 9-17-2019 and 10-27-2021 exceeding the 24 months allowed for a health assessment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “Each staff member will be required to have a health assessment every 24 months and will not exceed this time frame even if on medical leave.”

Citation Jan 7, 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)

The smoke detection log contained a date of 4-1-2021 and 5-3-2021, 7-1-2021 and 8-2-2021 all of which exceeded the allowable 30 days to test the smoke detection system.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 1, 2022): “The smoke detection log will be checked every 30 days or sooner as to never exceed the month long rule.”

“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 May 14, 2026 Complaint investigation

2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Apr 8, 2026 Complaint investigation

3 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Oct 17, 2025 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Nov 26, 2024 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Feb 7, 2024 Complaint investigation

1 violation 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.

Enforcement actions

Revocation or Refusal to Renew Aug 31, 2026

COMPASS status: Pending Appeal

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

About this center

Capacity 47 children

Certificate status Revoked or not renewed (under appeal)

Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Mar 12, 2026 · what STARS means

Operator Stay N Play Day Care INC

Phone —

State certificate # CER-00253105

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Common questions

Has Stay N Play Day Care 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 May 14, 2026 (child protection): “Through staff interviews it was disclosed that Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 received CPR/First Aid training cards without completing a CPR/First aid training. Staff Person #1's fraudulent…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Stay N Play Day Care?

Pennsylvania lists 5 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 Stay N Play Day Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Mar 12, 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 Stay N Play Day Care compare with other daycares in Indiana?

It is #1 of 7 centers in Indiana by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Stay N Play Day Care last inspected?

May 14, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Stay N Play Day Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Stay N Play Day Care INC.

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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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