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The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett

165 E 1st Ave, Everett, PA 15537 · Bedford County
Keystone STAR 4

The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett is a certified child care center in Everett, PA, with capacity for 21 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 23 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for records & paperwork (8 of 23). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #1 of 10 centers in Bedford County and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#1 of 10 centers in Bedford County
0 Core-safety citations
23 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
23 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 10, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 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 8
Health & medication 7
Building & playground safety 6
Emergency preparedness 2

Citations, newest first

Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of reviewing the emergency plan, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Emailed emergency plan to local municipality.”
Citation Feb 10, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The files of children #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked agreements with their dates of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 17, 2026): “Went through the files and added correct date to "date of admission" spot.”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 2/7/25 observed white out, labeled "keep out of the reach of children", accessible to children on the top of a cubby used to store children's backpacks.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “White out placed with other toxic and cleaning supplies out of reach from children.”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
On 2/7/25 observed the outside of the classroom bathroom used by children did not have a lidded waste receptacle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Trash cans with lids will be purchased once approved by the districts head of maintenance and custodial staff. Trash cans will then be placed in restrooms.”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
On 2/7/25 observed child file #1 contained an incomplete updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to a preschool child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2025): “Requested full immunization record from parent.”
Citation Feb 3, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
On 2/7/25 observed the backpack taken with the children outside did not contain a copy of the emergency transportation plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “Emergency transportation plan was placed in the backpack.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed a wooden toy barn which had a detached/loose hinge on one of the barn doors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “The barn toy was discarded.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)
Observed the initial health assessment for staff file #1 was signed by an FNP. The initial health assessment did not contain a signature by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “Physical was resigned and dated by a physician.”
Citation Feb 8, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
Observed the documented fire drill log, did not contain the number of children who participated in the fire drill 2 times in the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “Pulled attendance for those days, and added them to the fire drill log.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed an electrical outlet on a power cord near the dehumidifier, which did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Protective receptacle cover placed in the electrical outlet.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed hand sanitizer, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on the top of the children's cubbies. Observed an instant ice pack, labeled keep out of the reach of children, accessible to children on a low shelf near the entrance to the childcare room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Items were removed from the classroom if they had been labeled keep out of reach of children.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Observed child file #5, a preschool child, contains a most recent health assessment which was dated more than 13 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Child received an updated physical.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
Observed child file #1, 2, 4, and 5 did not contain written verification of ongoing flu vaccines administered in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2023): “Received notes from parents on a separate paper.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Locked 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(4)
Observed triple antibiotic ointment accessible to children in a backpack which was located on a low shelf.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Ointment was sent back to the family.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)
Observed the initial health assessment for staff file #1 which was not written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title. The health assessment on file was signed by a registered nurse.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2023): “Correct physical sent to inspector.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
Observed child file #2 contained an initial health assessment which was dated more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2023): “Students will unenroll after their 60 days until they can obtain a health assessment.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Observed the facility did not have a current copy of comprehensive general liability policy on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Current policy was posted.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
Observed child file #2 contained an original agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “A copy of the agreement was made, and original was sent back to the family.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed the emergency contact form for child file #3, did not contain the telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “Sent home to have the phone number added.”
Citation Feb 7, 2023 Inspection 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)
Observed an original incident report in a child's file. Based on statements obtained from staff it was determined that the facility did not have a facility accident file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “The original was sent home and a copy kept in file.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed a broken Magna Tile in a bin located near the block center.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2022): “Broken Magna Tile was disposed of.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2022): “Policy number was added to the Emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the full address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2022): “The full address was added to the release contact.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 21 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 14, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Feb 21, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator The Learning Lamp
Hours Monday–Friday 8:30 AM–2:45 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 652-9114
State certificate # CER-00251995
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Common questions

Has The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett had any serious violations?

No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 23 other citations, listed above.

Have there been complaints about The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett 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 Preschool at Everett’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Feb 21, 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 The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett compare with other daycares in Bedford County?

It is #1 of 10 centers in Bedford County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett last inspected?

Feb 10, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs The Learning Lamp Preschool at Everett?

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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