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Pennsylvania · Meadville

Stone UMC Childrens Center

956 S Main St, Meadville, PA 16335 · Crawford County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Stone UMC Childrens Center is a certified child care center in Meadville, PA, with capacity for 84 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 81 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (18 of 81). 27 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 12 centers in Meadville and has more citations per inspection than 98% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 98% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#12 of 12 centers in Meadville
6 Core-safety citations
75 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
81 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 27 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 18, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 27, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 9, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 13, 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

Health & medication 18
Training & qualifications 17
Building & playground safety 16
Records & paperwork 14
Emergency preparedness 6
Background checks 4
Food & feeding 3
Staff ratios 1
Supervision 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 27, 2026 Self-reported violation Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
It was self-reported and verified through staff interviews that on 5/14/2026 from 7:37 a.m. to 7:52 a.m., Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were in the Big Room supervising 16 children consisting of 9 preschool-age children, 5 older toddler-age children, and 2 young toddler-age children. The required staff-to-child ratios are 1:5 for young toddlers, 1:6 for older toddlers, and 1:10 for preschool-age children. Based on the ages and number of children present, a minimum of three staff persons was required. Therefore, the facility was noncompliant with the required staff-to-child ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 15, 2026): “The center has immediately added additional staff members to increase coverage, to provide support during unexpected absences. This includes three additional new staff.”
Core safety Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised; Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff #5 was instructed to take the Pa Required health and Safety training Part 1&2 before being left unsupervised.”
Core safety Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for Staff person #1 includes NSOR certificates dated 3.6.20 & 10.15.25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #2 includes criminal history clearances dated 7.31.20 & 10.8.25; and NSOR certificates dated 3.5.20 & 3.10.25, all more than 60 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff obtained clearances late and was corrected.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director provided a letter to all parents notifying parents explaining the center's emergency procedures. Director also included the letter in new child enrollment packets.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
There was an unlidded trashcan in the hallway outside the gross motor room that contained used food wrappers and soiled napkins.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director purchased trashcan with lids.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
The windows in Room 306 on the 3rd floor, which were all accessible to children, were not restricted to opening 6" or less.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director contacted the building manager on 12/1/2025 and informed that the windows need to not open more than 6 inches in room 306. Director was in contact with the building manager, which was stated the parts for the window will be arriving 12/30/2025 through the mail and will be put in on or…”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
There was no first aid kit in Room 306.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director obtained a 1st aid kit for room 306.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first aid kit in Room 204/205 did not include tweezers. The first aid kit in Room 212 did not include gauze.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director obtained tweezers for room 204/205 and gauze for room 212.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
There were no handwashing signs at the 2 toilets or 2 sinks in the 3rd floor bathrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director put up hand washing signs in the bathrooms on the 3rd floor.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
There were no lidded trashcans in the 2 bathrooms on the 3rd floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director purchased and put lidded trash cans in the bathrooms on the 3rd floor.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
There was no thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 306 where children's lunches will be stored.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director obtained and put in a thermometer in the fridge on the 3rd floor.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #2, who was a Young Toddler, are dated 3.19.24 and 5.16.25, more than 6 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “The assistant director will check child files to make sure health reports for young toddlers are dated no more than 6 months apart and inform parents in a timely manner when needed.”
Citation Nov 18, 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)
The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #4, who is a preschool age child, are dated 1.2.24 and 9.25.25, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “The assistant director will check child files to make sure health reports for preschoolers are dated no more than 12 months apart and inform parents in a timely manner when needed.”
Citation Nov 18, 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 #2, who is an older toddler included 1 of 2 Hepatitis A vaccines recommended by the ACIP for a child this age.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director had parent of child #2 bring in documentation that said child did received their vaccinations.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was a bottle of pain-relief antiseptic spray in Room 212 labeled for use by a specific child which did not have written parental permission to administer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “There was a parent written consent form and parent did indeed sign the medication log for med to be applied to the child.”
Citation Nov 18, 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 #3 were dated 2.6.23 and 5.5.25, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #4 were dated 6.5.23 and 7.30.25, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff have obtained health assessments but were dated more than 24 months apart.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
Child #1, who is under 12 months old, did not have a written feeding plan on file submitted by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director obtained child #1's feeding plan from the files and gave to the staff member in the infant classroom.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Six-months-old held 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(5)
A five-month-old infant was observed in the Infant room being fed a bottle sitting in an infant seat, without being held by a staff person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director informed all staff members in the center that all children under the age of 6 months need to be held when bottle fed.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 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 30-day test log includes test dates 4.16.25 and 5.27.25; 6.24.25 and 7.28.25; 7.28.25 and 9.19.25; and 10.16.25 and 11.17.25, all more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2026): “Fire alarm was done and documented, but not within 30 days apart.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The facility does not have documentation verifying that the most recent emergency plan was submitted to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director sent over via email and got conformation that the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
The facility does not have verification of an annual traffic safety letter notifying local traffic authorities of the facility location and vehicular and pedestrian routes around the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director sent over via email verification of the center's annual traffic letter notifying local traffic authorities of the facility location and vehicular and pedestrian routes of the center.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 4.4.24 and 9.24.25, more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff #4 has taken the annual fire safety training on 9/24/2025”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 & Part 2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Staff #5 was instructed to take the Pa Required health and Safety training Part 1&2 before being left unsupervised.”
Citation Nov 18, 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)
The file for Staff person #4, who was observed working unsupervised and who is classified as an Assistant Group supervisor, does not include verification of their education and experience to meet the required qualifications.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Director found Staff number's high school diploma and hours showing 2 years of experience.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The most recent child service report on file for Child #2 is dated 3.7.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #4 contained child service reports dated 6.18.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #5 contained child service reports dated 2.20.24 and 1.24.25, more than 6 months apart, and a child service report dated 3.12.25, more than 6 months ago. The file for Child #6, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months does not include a child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “The service report for all children is updated but more than 6 months past due.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 does not include the work address for the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “The correct emergency contact form was printed out with a spot for guardians to put their work addresses. Director had parents of children #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 update the form to show work address.”
Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #2 are dated 1.27.25 and 10.24.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent emergency contact form 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.9.25, more than 6 months apart and the 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #4 are dated 11.29.23 and 9.28.25, more than 6 months apart. The 2 most recent financial agreement 6-month review signatures on file for Child #6 are dated 4.8.25 and 11.10.25, more than 6 months apart and the file does not include a 6-month review signature for the emergency contact form, and the child has been enrolled for more than 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 9, 2026): “Assistant director did obtain necessary documentation signatures; however, it was not done via the 6-month time period.”
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Core safety Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for Staff person #1 includes criminal history clearances dated 9.26.18 and 11.29.23; child abuse clearances dated 11.1.18 and 11.29.23; and FBI clearances dated 10.11.18 and 12.8.23, all more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff person #9 includes criminal history clearances dated 8.19.18 and 11.20.23; child abuse clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.20.23; and FBI clearances dated 8.4.18 and 11.21.23, all more than 60 months apart. The signed disclosure statement on file for Staff person #3, #8 is not dated, making it invalid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person #1 and #9 have current clearances on file. The director had Staff person #3 and #8 dtaed their disclosure statements.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #4 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #6 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 10.31.24. The file for Staff person #7 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.28.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart. The file for Staff person #8 does not include verification of emergency plan training completed within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet); the training was completed on 3.25.24. The file for Staff person #9 includes documentation of training regarding the emergency plan dated 9.26.23 and 10.31.24, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director will have a list of all staff's trainings to refer to when trainings are due.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Letter to parents 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(e)
The letter to the parents of enrolled children regarding the facility emergency plan does not include information regarding accommodations for infants and toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director will send parents a letter informing them of the center's emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
There was peeling paint in Room 204/205 around the window wells.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “The Director notified the entity of the repairs needed to the window wells.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There was a broken Zoob connecting toy in Room 212 that was broken, with rough edges.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The toy was disposed of during the inspection and is no longer in the classroom.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 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 two most recent health assessments on file for Child #1, who is a preschool child. are dated 7.27.22 and 1.23.24 more than 12 months apart. The two most recent health assessments on file for Child #3, who is a preschool child, are dated 3.14.22 and 1.19.24 more than 12 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Child #1 and #3 both have a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was Infant Tylenol in room 204/205 labeled for use by a specific child without written parental consent to administer that did not have written parental permission to administer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director had parent of child that had Tylenol in Room 204/205 sign a medication log giving consent to administer the medication.”
Citation Dec 12, 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)
The file for staff person #2 does not include documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #4 was dated 4.29.24. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #7 were dated 9.8.22 and 10.31.24, more than 24 months apart. The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff person #9 were dated 3.27.22 and 4.17.24, more than 24 months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director will make sure going forward that staff will have their yearly physical's completed by the day of the previous documented date and prior to working with children.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
The initial health assessment on file for Staff person #6 states the staff person did not have a physical exam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director obtained additional documentation from the staff person regarding their health assessment.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(5)
The health assessment on file for Staff person #6 does not include the physician or health care professional's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director obtained additional documentation from the staff person regarding their health assessment.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
The facility did not have documentation of a completed emergency drill conducted within the last 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director filled out an emergency drill log for the year 2024. It was documented on the computer but not on a log and not made available at the time of inspection.”
Citation Dec 12, 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 30-day test log includes test dates 5.10.24-6.13.24 and 7.3.24-8.7.24, more than 30 days apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The 30-day fire alarm test log is up to date.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 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 #7 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 10.21.24, after the expiration date of 5.31.24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director will make sure CPR/First Aid training will be conducted on or before the yearly due date.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #4 are dated 8.16.23 and 9.16.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #5 are dated 8.16.23 and 11.11.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #7 are dated 8.31.23 and 10.23.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent fire safety trainings on file for Staff person #9 are dated 8.25.23 and 11.4.24, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person #4, #5, #7, and #9 have current Fire Safety training on file. Director will maintain a list of all staff's trainings to refer to when trainings are due.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 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 (see LIS code sheet): Get Started with Center-Based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Director will have Staff #2 complete the training professional development, Get Started with Center-based Care; Building Blocks for Quality.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person/facility person/volunteer #7 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 5.12.18.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person #7 has completed mandated reporter training.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for Staff person #3, #8, classified as an assistant group supervisor, does not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 30 credit hours in education or a related human services field; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate with 15 credits in education or a related human services field and 1 year of experience with children; or a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director verbally confirmed Staff person #8's 2500 hours of childcare experience. Director obtained Staff #3's high school diploma.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #4 are dated 11.1.22 and 12.2.24, more than 1 year apart. The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff person 5 is dated 9.12.23, more than 1 year ago. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #7 are dated 9.19.23 and 12.3.24, more than 1 year apart. The two most recent staff evaluations on file for Staff person #9 are dated 3.19.23 and 11.19.24, more than 1 year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Staff person #4, #7, and #9 have a current evaluation on file. Director will complete a staff evaluation for Staff person #5.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
There was no daily activity schedule posted in Room 204/205 and Room 206.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director had rooms 204/205 and 206 post their daily activity schedule in their classrooms.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
The agreement on file for Child #4 does not include the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “The agreement was updated to include the child's date of admission.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
The current emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not indicate if the child has any special medical needs, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director had parent of Child #4 indicate on the emergency contact form if there were any special medical needs.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #4 does not include the child's health insurance coverage and policy number for the child's health care benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director had the parent update the emergency contact form for Child #4 and add the child's health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1, #2, and #4 does not include a complete address for all listed release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Director will have parents of Child #1, #2, and #4 complete in its entirety the emergency contact form to have a complete address for each listed release person.”
Citation Dec 12, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for Staff person #7 includes 6 of 12 required annual training hours completed between 9.2023-9.2024; 6 additional hours between 5.8.24-10.23.24 are borrowed to equal the required 12 hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 17, 2025): “Staff person #7 has completed their required annual training hours and documentation is filed.”
Core safety Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #3 contains current child abuse, criminal history and FBI clearances that were obtained after the previous clearances had expired. The clearances are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “File is current.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed on the wall in the girl's restroom an area where several pink tiles had fallen off the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2024): “The trustees have made the call to the company to come repair the wall. Tiles have been ordered awaiting an actual repair date.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report received in the past 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “A current health assessment was placed in the child's file.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
The file for child #5, young toddler, is lacking an immunization report and has been in attendance for greater than 60 days. Child #5 must be removed from care until a current immunization report or exemption letter is received.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “A current immunization report was put into the child's file.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 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 files for staff persons #1 and #6 contain current health assessments conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. The files are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Already current.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The files for child #3, preschool aged, does not contain an initial health report that was received within 60 days of the first day of attendance. The file does contain a current health report. The file for child #5, young toddler, does not contain a health report and has been in attendance greater than 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “A current health report was added to child #5's file.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment Policy does not address recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “The Director will add recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma to the existing policy.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The file for staff person #5 contains a Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 that was completed after the required date of 12/30/2022. The training is now completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Already corrected.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The files for staff persons #2 and #4 contain current mandated reporter training that was completed greater than 60 months after the previous mandated reporter training. The training is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Already corrected.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff person #7, serving as an aide, is lacking verification of education to qualify as an aide.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “Obtain a copy of staff's high school diploma to have in her file.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 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 children #1-#4 all contained the original agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “No original fee agreements will be placed in the child files.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The emergency contact form for child #5 is lacking the health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “Child's policy number was added to her emergency contact form.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The files for children #1,3 and 4 contain current emergency contact and financial agreements that were updated greater than 6 months after the most recent update. The file for child #5 contains emergency contact and financial agreement that has not been updated in the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “The appropriate updates were obtained from the family.”
Core safety Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #2, hire date (see IS code sheet) is lacking a completed NSOR verification obtained prior to 7/1/2020 as required under CPSL for all staff employed prior to 12/19/2020. The file does contain a completed NSOR verification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “There is a current NSOR on file.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water temp in the sink in the Starfish room measured greater than 110 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “This was corrected while the certification rep was on site. The hot water was turned off.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed crumbling plaster on the window ledge in the Manatees room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 25, 2023): “A work order was put into the trustees who are in charge of physical plant.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
Observed exposed protruding bolts at the base of the toilets in bathrooms on both the second and third floors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “A work order request was put in to get covers for the bolts.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
The third floor bathrooms and both the second floor and third floor hallway sinks were lacking covered trash receptacles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “New lidded trash cans were ordered to replace exiting cans.”
Citation Dec 9, 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 files for staff #1, #2 and #3 contain current health assessments that were conducted greater than 24 months after the previous health assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “All staff have current health assessments on file.”
Citation Dec 9, 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 fire alarm test log identified that the alarm test exceeded 30 days between tests on 8/5/2022 and 9/26/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “This has already been corrected. The fire alarm has been tested within 30 days every month since 9/26/22.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for staff person #2 contains a current mandated reporter training completed after the previous training expired. The file is now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “Staff has a current mandated reporter training on fine.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The files for staff persons #2 and #3 contain current written evaluations that were completed greater than 12 months after the previous evaluation. The files are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “All staff have current evaluations on file at this time.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
Observed in each of the five child files reviewed that the original financial agreement was maintained in the child's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “Moving forward parents will receive the original agreement and a copy will be placed in the child's file.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file for child #1 contained emergency contact information lacking health insurance coverage information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “The parent was contacted again about missing information. If there is no insurance for the child then they will be asked to place a line through that box or write N/A to let us know that they did not just forget to fill that portion out.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
The file for Staff Person #1 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/14/2016. The file for Staff Person #2 contains health and safety training obtained on 9/27/2016. Training obtained prior to 9/30/2016 is not acceptable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2023): “Staff #1 and #2 will complete the new 10 hr Health and Safety training to replace the existing training they have on file.”
Citation Dec 9, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #1 contains only 8 of the required 12 training hours during the period 12/19/2020 and 12/19/2021. The file for staff person #2 contains only 11 of the required 12 training hours during the same period. Staff 1 and 2 have since completed additional trainings and are now current.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2022): “Staff had taking additional trainings and are now current.”
Citation Dec 13, 2021 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
Operator updated the facility emergency plan to include a lockdown procedure, accommodations for infant and toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions however the operator self reported that the date in which the emergency plan was updated to include that required information was not documented in writing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2021): “The emergency plan was updated and reviewed within the year. The date that the updated procedures were added was missing. The date they were updated has been added to the cover of the emergency plan along with a signature.”
Citation Dec 13, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The child file for Child #1, who is a preschool aged child, lacked a flu shot for 2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2021): “The signed waiver was sent to the cert. rep. on 12/20/21.”
Citation Dec 13, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
In Room 212 (Beluga) a bottle of children's pain and fever medication was observed to have expired as of 10/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2021): “The med was removed from the med box in front of cert. rep.”
Citation Dec 13, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The staff file for Staff person #1 contained a current health assessment dated 11/8/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 7/9/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #2 contained a current health assessment dated 11/29/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 10/30/19 health assessment. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current health assessment dated 11/11/21 which was not updated within 24 months of the previously dated 1/10/19 health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2021): “All staff physicals are current at this time.”

“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 27, 2026 Self-reported violation
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.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $50.00 —
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $50.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $47.00 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $47.00 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $42.00 —

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 84 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Feb 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Apr 22, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Stone United Methodist Church
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 807-0052
State certificate # CER-00251388
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Common questions

Has Stone UMC Childrens Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 27, 2026 (staff ratios): “It was self-reported and verified through staff interviews that on 5/14/2026 from 7:37 a.m. to 7:52 a.m., Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #2 were in the Big Room supervising 16 children consisting of 9 preschool-age…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Stone UMC Childrens Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Stone UMC 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 Stone UMC Childrens Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Apr 22, 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 Stone UMC Childrens Center compare with other daycares in Meadville?

It is #12 of 12 centers in Meadville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 98% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Stone UMC Childrens Center last inspected?

Nov 18, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Stone UMC Childrens Center cost?

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

Who runs Stone UMC Childrens Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Stone United Methodist Church.

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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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