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Under the Willow Preschool

45 W Walnut St, Marietta, PA 17547 · Lancaster County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Under the Willow Preschool is a certified child care center in Marietta, PA, with capacity for 23 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 44 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (12 of 44). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #5 of 5 centers in Marietta and has more citations per inspection than 85% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 85% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
#5 of 5 centers in Marietta
4 Core-safety citations
40 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
44 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 12, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 12, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 3, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 11, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 19, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation Dec 20, 2021 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 12
Records & paperwork 10
Health & medication 9
Training & qualifications 4
Background checks 3
Emergency preparedness 3
Other standards 1
Transportation 1
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Documentation of a current state police clearance for Staff #3 showed a date of 9/3/23 and a previous clearance dated 4/12/18, exceeding the requirement that clearance be updated every 60 months. It was reported by the director that the staff member worked in a child care role during the time that the clearance was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2025): “The clearance was up-to-date at the time of the inspection but noted as late. Staff will not work in a child care role without current clearances.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Diaper wipes labeled "Keep out of reach of children" were observed to be stored in an under-sink cabinet that was accessible to children. Corrected on site by moving the wipes to an area inaccessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2025): “Corrected on site by making wipes inaccessible.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
A pothos plant was observed in the rainbow room. An Ivy plant was observed growing under a shrub where children were playing on the playground.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “The plants documented were removed.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
The phone number of the nearest hospital was not included in the posting by the telephone.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “Phone number of nearest hospital was added and posted by the telephone.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Areas of chipped paint were observed in the main room behind the cushioned chair and along the wall to the right of the parent board.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “Chipped paint was removed.”
Citation Dec 12, 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)
Documentation showed that fire system testing exceeded 30 days between tests between 3/19/25 - 4/19/25 and 10/1/25 - 11/1/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “The fire detection system was tested on 12/1/25 and again on 12/12/25.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Documentation of experience was not available in the staff files for Staff #1 and Staff #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 15, 2026): “For Staff #1 - verification form was filled out and sent. Staff #2 is no longer employed at Under the Willow.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Other standards
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
Daily activities schedule was not available in the rainbow room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “The daily rhythm was posted in the rainbow room.”
Citation Dec 12, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space/Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)/3270.124(e)
Emergency contact information for each child was not available in the rainbow room. The emergency transportation plan was not available in the rainbow room. The emergency transportation plan was not available in the main room. Corrected on site by posting the document on the parent board.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 25, 2026): “The emergency transportation plan was posted on the main room during the inspection and posted in the rainbow room on 1/2 /26. Emergency contact forms were added to the rainbow room on:”
Core safety Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During paperwork review, it was noted that Staff #1 had an FBI clearance form dated 3/6/2019. This is 9 months past the requirement to have clearances updated every 60 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Staff #1 obtained their FBI clearance. Staff #1 was not alone with children until clearance was obtained.”
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Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Documentation of annual fire safety training was not available. Documentation of annual emergency plan training was not available. The director explained that they conducted the training on 9/4/24 (fire safety) 9/24/24 (emergency plan training) and updated the Staff Data Sheet with the date for all staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “All staff have completed fire safety training. We have created a sign in sheet for all future Emergency Plan trainings.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that a bottle of sunscreen was kept in a child's cubby. Vaseline was stored under the bathroom sink. Both items were accessible to children and labeled Keep out of Reach of Children. On the playground, the shed door was observed to be unlocked. A gas can and lawn tools were located in the shed. ALL ITEMS CORRECTED ON SIGHT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2024): “All materials that are toxic and should be kept out of reach of children have been made inaccessible to children.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection, the water temperature from the bathroom sink measured 132 degrees F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “The water temperature in the bathroom sink was turned down.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
First aid kits were not available in all child care spaces. There are two distinct spaces for children and an outdoor space. There is one first aid kit, which did not travel to the outdoor play space with the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “We now have a first aid kit in each child care space. We will take a first aid kit outside when children are in the play yard.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
A wooden tabletop that was splintering was located on the playground. CORRECTED ON SITE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2024): “The wooded table was removed from the play yard.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Vet's certificate required 55 Pa. Code §3270.118(c)
During the inspection, it was noted that a veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization was not available for one dog (Moses).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Moses has a veterinarian appointment on Wednesday Jan. 15, 2025.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent/Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)/3270.133(7)
During the inspection, a medication log for Child #1 was not available for albuterol, which was onsite at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “A medication log has been obtained for the albuterol for Child #1.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During paperwork review, it was noted that Staff #2 provided a health assessment dated 7/31/23, which was beyond one year prior to start date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Staff #2's health assessment is on file and noted as out of date.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
Documentation addressing accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions were not included in the emergency plan, which is also posted for families.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “Documentation was written addressing accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions and put into current emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the inspection, documentation that the annual traffic letter was sent to the local authorities was not available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “A traffic letter was sent to local authorities to notify local traffic safety authorities of the location of facility and pedestrian and vehicle routes.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Documentation of a written policy addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment was not available. Documentation of a plan for continuity of operations was not available within the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “We now have a written policy addressing Shaken Baby Syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment that each employee has reviewed and signed as part of our training. A plan for the continuity of operations was written and added to the emergency plan.”
Citation Dec 3, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
A space for the operator signature was not available on the Agreement Form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “We have created a new agreement form with a line for the operator's signature.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(2)(i)
Child #1 did not have a handwritten exemption for immunizations on file. Document on file was a form letter signed by the parent, which is not accepted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “I asked parent to provide me with a hand written statement of exemption to immunization law. She provided me with one.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
Medication for child #1 was not in the original box.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “I will ask parent to provide me with a new prescription for their child's epi pen in its original box with the child's name and prescription on the box.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)
Medication for child #1 did not contain the child's full name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Get parent to provide me with a new epi pen with child's full name and prescription on box.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
There was no parental consent to administer medication on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Have parent fill out the medication log. Consent to administer medication was obtained on updated medication log.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
Staff number 3 had a TB test dated November 2017, which was not completed within 12 months prior to employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “Ensure that all staff have the necessary health screenings within the required time frames on file. Staff number 3 had a new TB test done.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
There was no record on file of a completed Emergency Drill within the past 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “We conducted an emergency drill for a chemical spill on the railroad tracks (a few blocks away). We walked to our designated meeting spot.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Fire detection testing was completed on 11/4/23 and again on 12/19/23, which is greater than 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “We will make sure that the fire detection testing is done every 30 days and not to exceed the 30 day window of time.”
Citation Dec 11, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 had Mandated Reporter training completed on 5/6/18 and updated on 8/7/23, which is greater than 60 months. Updated Mandated Reporter training is on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2024): “We will ensure that mandated reporter trainings and all trainings are updated and completed within the required time frames.”
Core safety Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person number 1 and number 2 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person number 1 and number 2 did not have pediatric CPR/First Aide on file while caring for children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “No staff had the new PQAS CPR and first aid training. We temporarily closed our center until all our staff had the approved training and health and safety training as well.”
Core safety Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #2 did not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff person #2 may not work in a child care setting until clearance if obtained. Staff Person #4 did not have a valid State Police Clearance on file. Clearance on file listed result as "Request Under Review" and did not list the results of the background check. Staff #5 did not have a completed state police clearance on file. Document on file was the receipt of registration but the clearance document with results of the check was not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “All staff members will aquire the proper clearances before working with children.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
The first Aid kit was observed to be missing gloves. Corrected on site.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “We added a pair of disposable, nonporous gloves in the presence of our inspector”
Citation Dec 19, 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)
Staff person #5 had a health assessment dated 11/18/22, which was completed after the start date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “Staff #5 had difficulty getting into her PCP for her health assessment. Health assessment is on file”
Citation Dec 19, 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)
Fire detection testing was completed on 1/1/22 and again on 2/1/22, which is greater than 30 days Fire detection testing was completed on 3/1/22 and again on 4/1/22, which is greater than 30 days Fire detection testing was completed on 10/1/22 and again on 11/1/22, which is greater than 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “Fire Detection Testing will be completed every 30 days”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff number 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not have Pediatric CPR/First Aide on file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “See explanation of violation 1, everyone completed required training.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(h)
Staff person #1,2,3,4 and 5 did not have the updated health and safety training on file. Staff person #1,2,3,4, and 5 may not be left unsupervised until updated health and safety training has been completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “All staff member will obtain the required health and safety training before working with children.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
Agreement form for child number 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 were not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “I plan to provide a line with date to each contract/Agreement for each child and to sign each agreement. I signed all agreements.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
Agreement form for child number 1 did not include the child's arrival or departure times Agreement form for child number 4 did not include the child's arrival or departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “I noted child #1 and child #4 arrival and departure times.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Agreement form for child number 4 does not list release persons
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “parents have updated the agreement form to reflect release person.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
Agreement form for child number 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 did not include the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 15, 2023): “Every child's admission date was noted on their agreement form.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Emergency contact form for child number 1 did not include the father's work address. Emergency contact form for child number 2 did not include the father's work address. Emergency contact form for child number 3 did not include the father's work address. Emergency contact form for child number 4 did not include a work address or phone number for the mother and father
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “I had all parents fill out their child's emergency contact forms completely including work addresses, phone numbers and addresses of the persons child may be released to.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
Emergency contact form for child number 3 did not include information on the child's special needs or disabilities. Emergency contact form for child number 5 did not include information on the child's special needs or disabilities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “I had parents include all the required information on all of their children's emergency contact forms.”
Citation Dec 19, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Emergency contact form for child number 2 did not include the address for the persons to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact form for child number 4 did not include the address for the persons to whom the child may be released. Emergency contact form for child number 5 did not include the address for the persons to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 9, 2023): “I made sure that parents filled in the missing information on their child's paperwork”

“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 23 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 19, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 19, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Jacqueline D Randazzo
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00252693
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Common questions

Has Under the Willow Preschool had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Dec 12, 2025 (background checks): “Documentation of a current state police clearance for Staff #3 showed a date of 9/3/23 and a previous clearance dated 4/12/18, exceeding the requirement that clearance be updated every 60 months. It was reported by the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Under the Willow Preschool?

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

What is Under the Willow Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 19, 2020. 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 Under the Willow Preschool compare with other daycares in Marietta?

It is #5 of 5 centers in Marietta by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 85% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Under the Willow Preschool last inspected?

Dec 12, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Under the Willow Preschool?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jacqueline D Randazzo.

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.

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