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The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills

547 Locust Street, Sidman, PA 15955 · Cambria County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills is a certified child care center in Sidman, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 54 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (20 of 54). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #24 of 38 centers in Cambria County and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 82% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#24 of 38 centers in Cambria County
2 Core-safety citations
52 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
54 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 23, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 23, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 2, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 2, 2022 · 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 20
Health & medication 11
Emergency preparedness 9
Building & playground safety 6
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 2
Transportation 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Mar 23, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Continued non-compliance. On 2/12/26 and 3/23/26 observed Axe Deodorant Spray and Axe Apollo Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the left bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which were accessible to children. On 2/12/26 and 3/23/26 observed Sani Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the right bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which were accessible to children. Observed a broken safety lock on the stall door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2026): “The broken safety latch was replaced on the handicapped stall in the boys restroom. Several attempts had been made to correct, but the strap from the latch has been repeatedly removed.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of Staff #3 lacked a State Police Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a State Police Clearance dated 12/3/25 with a previous one dated 12/1/20. The file of Staff #3 contained a Child Abuse Clearance dated 12/5/25 with a previous one dated 12/1/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff #3's clearance have been updated and are currently in compliance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 2/12/26 observed Axe Deodorant Spray and Axe Apollo Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the left bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which were accessible to children. On 2/12/26 observed Sani Cloth Germicidal Disposable Wipes which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the top drawer of the right bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which were accessible to children. Observed a broken safety lock on the stall door.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “The broken safety latch was replaced on the handicapped stall in the boys restroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
The file of Staff #2 lacked documentation of emergency plan training on an annual basis. The file of #2 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 8/21/24 and 12/16/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff #2 works at multiple of our locations and did not work at our Forest Hills location in the fall of 2025. 12/16/25 was her first day at the center for the 2025-2026 school year. A copy of the emergency plan training for the location she worked at over the summer for 2025 has been obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file of Staff #4 lacked a health assessment conducted every 24 months. The file of Staff #4 contained a health assessment dated 3/12/24 with a previous one dated 2/21/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff #4 was on maternity leave when her physical was due. The updated physical was received prior to her returning to work. A note was in her file, but at the time of inspection the note was not available on the online login for the inspector to review.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Emergency drills were not conducted annually. The facility provided documentation of an emergency drill conducted on 1/30/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “An Emergency Drill was conducted on 2/13/26”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The operator lacked documentation of sending a copy of the emergency plan update to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “The email was in the DHS binder on location showing that the Emergency Plan had been sent to the Cambria County EMS on August 1, 2025. A copy of the Emergency Plan was emailed to the local municipality and Township.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
The operator did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. The operator provided documentation that local traffic safety authorities were notified on 7/1/24 and 8/1/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Due to the change in management at The Learning Lamp the letter was late being sent out but was sent prior to the start of the school year. There were no children in care during the timeframe 7/1/24 to 8/1/25. The Traffic Letter will be sent annually to authorities in August moving forward.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file of Staff #1 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. The file of Staff #1 contained written evaluations dated 8/25/24 and 9/16/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “The supervisor of staff #1 had an evaluation completed but due to the change in the HR platform the date the person signed the memo was after the annual due date.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Emergency contact information for Child #1 did not include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Child #1's Emergency Contact information in ELV wa updated to include the missing information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact and agreement for Children #2 and #3 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #2's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 7/30/24, 1/30/25, and 8/25/25. Child#3's emergency contact and agreement were reviewed on 7/31/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Child #2 emergency Contact and Service agreement were reviewed and signed on 2/25/26 Child #3's Emergency Contact and Service Agreement was reviewed and signed on 2/25/26”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
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Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 2/18/25 observed PS Clean Beauty Hydrating Deodorant which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer of the left bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which was accessible to children. On 2/18/25 observed Equate Petroleum Jelly which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on top of the right bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which was accessible to children. On 2/18/25 observed Equate Petroleum Jelly, Lysol Air Sanitizer, A&D Ointment, and Equate Hydrocortisone Cream which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" in the bottom drawer of the right bin in the handicap stall of the boys' bathroom which were accessible to children. On 2/18/25 observed Isagel No-rinse Antiseptic Hand Cleansing Gel with Added Moisturizers which indicated "keep out of the reach of children" on the bench in the handicap stall of the girls' bathroom which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “A child lock has been placed on the bathroom stalls to prevent the children from entering each stall.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Based on lack of documentation at the facility and a conversation with the director, Staff #1 has not received training regarding the emergency plan for this facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff 1 has been trained on the emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 2/18/25 the operator did not post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “A sign stating the emergency plan can be presented upon request has been posted in the parent area.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 2/18/25 observed a cracked Magna tile.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “The magna tile has been disposed of.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
On 2/18/25 observed a doll house approximately 5 feet tall which was not anchored creating a potential tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “The dollhouse is tied to the wall to keep it anchored.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's health history 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)
The health report of Child #4 did not include a review of the child's health history.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child #4's health report now has a review of the child's history.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's allergies 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(2)
The health report for Child #4 did not include a list of the child's allergies.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child 4's health report now has a list of the child's allergies”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Current medication and reason/Special diet - parent's instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(3)/3270.133(8)
The health report for Child #4 did not include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication and any special diet the child receives and the reason for the special diet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child 4's health report now has listed the child's current medications or special diets the child is on.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file of Staff #2 lacked a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #2 contained a health assessment dated 10/11/13.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff file 2 has a completed health examination that was corrected for the date of 10/11/23”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The file of Staff #1 lacked an initial health assessment which included tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 had a Mantoux test read date of 1/29/15.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff #1 has been removed from care. She will not return until she has an updated TB test.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
On 2/18/25 the operator did not conspicuously post the menu at least 1 week in advance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “There is now a snack menu that posts the week of and the next week.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure that fire drills were conducted at least once every 60 days. The facility provided documentation that fire drills were conducted on 1/18/24, 2/23/24, 3/6/24, and 1/15/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Fire drills will be conducted within a 60 day period moving forward.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The files of Children #1, #2, and #5 lacked an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1, who had an admission date of 7/30/24, did not have a health report. Child #2, who had an admission date of 8/22/24, did not have a health report. Child #5, who had an admission date of 8/15/24, had a health report dated 1/31/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “All child files have a current health assessment.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The file of Staff #1 lacked documentation of completing health and safety training within 90 days of hire (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The file of Staff #1 contained documentation of completing health and safety training on 1/31/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Staff 1 has completed the needed health and safety training.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The agreement for Child #1 did not specify the child's departure time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “The arrival and departure times have been added to child 1's file.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The agreement for Child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child 2 has updated with a designated person to whom they can be released to.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “The emergency contact information of child 2 now includes the home and work information of the enrolling parent.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child 2's emergency contact now lists the information on the child's special needs, specified by the parent.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Emergency contact information for Child #2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Child #2 now has the health insurance information listed in their file.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Emergency contact information for Child #3 did not include the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “The emergency contact for child 3 now has the complete address of the designated person to whom the child can be released to.”
Citation Feb 13, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact and agreement for Child #1 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #1's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 7/30/24 with no reviews. The emergency contact for Child #3 was not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #3's emergency contact was reviewed on 2/1/23, 2/1/24, and 8/21/24. The emergency contact and agreement for Child #5 were not reviewed and updated at least once in a 6-month period. Child #5's emergency contact and agreement were signed on 7/31/24 with no reviews.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 1, 2025): “Children now have current reviews of the emergency contacts and agreements.”
Citation Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Based on a lack of documentation at the facility and conversation with staff #1, staff #1 had not received training regarding the emergency plan for this facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Staff 1 now has training on the emergency plan for this facility.”
Citation Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Based on documentation, an emergency drill was not conducted annually due to the fact the last date was 1-30-23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “An emergency drill has been conducted for this site”
Citation Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The files of children #1, #2, and #3 lacked health assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Child 1, 2 and 3 now have health assessments on file”
Citation Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Child 4 now has the work address and phone number listed on their emergency contacts.”
Citation Feb 1, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file of child #4 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2024): “Child 4 now has the health insurance coverage and policy number listed.”
Citation Feb 2, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
The file of child #1 lacked the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2023): “Child 1 now has record of immunization on file. The child will be removed from care until an updated immunization record or exemption letter is received.”
Citation Feb 2, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file of child #1, with an enrollment date of 8-24-22 lacked a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2023): “Child #1 now has a health assessment on file.”
Citation Feb 2, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's + 1 yr/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv)
The file of staff #1 lacked documentation of education due to the fact there was no transcript on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2023): “Staff 1 now has documentation of her education of her transcripts on file”
Core safety Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 lacked a State sex offender registry check from a State in which Staff #1 resided in the previous 5 years. Staff #2 lacked a NSOR dated prior to or on the date of providing initial care to children. Staff #2, with a start date of 2/11/20, had a NSOR request date of 2/12/20 and a NSOR dated 2/12/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “Staff#1 now has the NSOR from the previous state of residence in their file. Staff #2 has a NSOR on file.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
On 2/3/22 observed 2 pair of adult scissors on staff's desk and 2 pair of adult scissors in the orange cabinet labeled "first-aid" which were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “The scissors have been moved from the cabinet into a locked place out of reach of children.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 2/3/22 the emergency plan in the facility was not posted at a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “The emergency plan is now posted by the door for parents to reference.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 2/3/22 observed a mat with approximately a 1 inch hole with exposed foam located under the fire extinguisher.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “The mat has been repaired.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The files of Children #1, #2, #3 and #5 lacked an initial health report no later than 90 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. Child #1 had a start date of 8/2/20 with no health report signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP on file. Child #2 had a start date of 8/26/21 with no health report signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP on file. Child #3 had a start date of 8/25/21 with no health report signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or a CRNP on file. Child #5 had a start date of 2/8/21 with no health report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1, 2, and 3 now have health reports on file. Child #5 has not attended since 2/9/22 and parent has not answered our messages about returning. Child #5 will not return to care until a health report has been obtained.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
The file of Staff #2 lacked a written evaluation on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months completed by the director. The file of Staff #2 contained a written evaluation dated 1/11/21 but did not contain one for 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Staff #2 has an evaluation for 2022 now on file.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The file of Child #4 lacked an agreement signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #4 now has a child care agreement signed by their parent.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file of Child #1 lacked the child's arrival and departure times on the agreement. The file of Child #3 lacked the child's departure time on the agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1 and 3 now have both arrival and departure times listed on their child care agreements.”
Citation Feb 2, 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)
The files of Children #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 contained the original agreement. The facility did not make a copy for the file and give the original to the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 all now have copies of their child care agreements in their files and the parents have been given the original.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
The files of Children #1 and #5 lacked the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #4 lacked the address of the child's physician or source of medical care on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1, 4 and 5 now have complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care on their emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The file of Child #1 lacked the complete work address of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #2 lacked the work telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #5 lacked the complete home and work addresses of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1 now has the complete work address of the enrolling parent. Child #2 now has the complete phone number of the enrolling parent. Child #5 now has the complete home and work address of the enrolling parent.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The files of Children #1 and #5 lacked the health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable, on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #1 now has the health insurance policy number listed on their emergency contact. Child #5 has not been in attendance since 2/9 and has not been returning our phone calls for returning to care. Before Child #5 returns to care the health insurance policy number will be obtained.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of Child #4 lacked the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form. The file of Child #5 lacked the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #4 and 5 now has the complete address of the persons whom the child may be released to.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The emergency contact and agreement for Children #4 and #5 were not updated by 1/6/22 when the regulation was reinstated. Children #4 and #5's emergency contact form and agreement were not reviewed during the time period when the regulation was suspended. Child #4's emergency contact form and agreement were signed on 11/6/19 and then reviewed on 2/1/22. Child #5's emergency contact form and agreement were signed on 2/2/21 and then reviewed on 2/1/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “Child #4 has an updated and reviewed emergency contact form and agreement. Child #5 has not attended since 2/9 and parent has not answered our messages about returning. Child #5 will not return to care until and updated and reviewed emergency contact form and agreement has been obtained.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)
On 2/3/22 observed the child records were not stored in a locked cabinet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 14, 2022): “The child files are now locked in the desk drawer”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $30.00 $16.50
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $30.00 $16.50
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $30.00 $16.50

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About this center

Capacity —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 11, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 2, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator The Learning Lamp
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–8:30 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 487-7613
State certificate # CER-00254684
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Common questions

Has The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Feb 10, 2026 (background checks): “The file of Staff #3 lacked a State Police Clearance and Child Abuse Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #3 contained a State Police Clearance dated 12/3/25 with a previous one dated 12/1/20. The file…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 2, 2025. 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 The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills compare with other daycares in Cambria County?

It is #24 of 38 centers in Cambria County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills last inspected?

Mar 23, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $30.00 for preschool, $30.00 for young school-age, $30.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Learning Lamp B/A School Program Forest Hills?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Learning Lamp.

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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