Villa Day Care Center
140 E Washington St, Shenandoah, PA 17976 · Schuylkill County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months
1 complaint investigation found violations
Keystone STAR 2
Villa Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Shenandoah, PA, with capacity for 85 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 58 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (21 of 58). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #31 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 62% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#31 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County
8
Core-safety citations
50
Other citations
10
Inspections
1
Complaint investigations that found violations
58 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 22, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
21
Building & playground safety
11
Health & medication
10
Training & qualifications
5
Emergency preparedness
3
Background checks
3
Staff ratios
2
Supervision
1
Child protection
1
Sleep safety
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Jul 22, 2026
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During an unannounced inspection on 7/22/2026, the most recent documented emergency drill on file was dated 6/17/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2026): “We will conduct an emergency drill within the next week.”
Citation
Jul 22, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During an unannounced inspection on 7/22/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed two lapses in the requirement to manually test the fire alarm system at least once every 30 days since January 2026.The fire alarm was tested on 1/6/2026 and then not again until 2/6/2026. The fire alarm was tested on 5/1/2026 and then not again until 6/1/2026.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “This was already corrected prior to the inspection.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 12/16/2025, Staff #3 had current clearances on file. However, the updated state police clearance on file for Staff #3 was dated 12/3/2025. The previous state police clearance was dated 10/20/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 29, 2025): “We will comply with the CPSL. Staff files will be reviewed bi-annually (6-month intervals) to ensure accuracy. All staff files are now current.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required preservice trainings within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 and Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 31, 2025): “Staff is required to complete training prior to return to work after the holiday break. Staff may not be unsupervised until proof of completion is received.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On 12/16/2025, the agreement on file for Child #2 was not signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2025): “Agreement has been signed by the parent on 12/22/25.”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 12/16/2025, the parent for Child #1 had not reviewed and updated in writing the emergency contact information and the financial agreement within the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 31, 2025): “Forms have been reviewed + signed by the parent on 12/22/2025”
Citation
Dec 16, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
As of 12/16/2025, Staff #2 and Staff #3 have not completed an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training within the previous 12 months. Staff #2 has only completed 7 hours of annual childcare training. Staff #3 has only completed 8 hours of annual childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 30, 2025): “Staff training has been completed to reflect prescribed hours. Staff training will be reviewed bi-annually to ensure hours are completed.”
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
ONGOING NONCOMPLIANCE: It was confirmed through staff interviews that on 5/28/25, Staff #1 was caring for 11 preschool-aged children at the time Child #1 absconded from the facility. At least 2 staff persons are required at all times for this amount of children. An acceptable plan of correction was received on 8/11/2025. Upon arrival to the Renewal Inspection on 9/5/2025 at 10:55 AM, Certification Representative observed Staff #2 with mixed age group of 13 children, that included 8 preschool children, 4 older toddlers and 1 young toddler older. Two staff persons are required to maintain the required staff to child ratios for this mixed age group of children. Staff #3 returned to the facility at 11:10 AM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “1. Correction Date: 9/5/2025. Staff #3 returned from picking up lunch. 2. Correction Date: 9/17/2025. Our previously submitted and approved policies surrounding the required staff-to-child ratios will be updated to include how we will maintain proper staff-to-child ratios based on the ages of the…”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 9/5/2025, Cert. Rep. observed some peeling wood and wood with sharp edges exposed on the corner wall in the back of the downstairs classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “This area of the wall will be repaired to remove the peeling wood and sharp edges.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
On 9/5/2025, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, an infant was dated 12/2/2024. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parent provided an updated health report for Child #1.”
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Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3)
On 9/5/2025, Child #1 did not have any record of immunizations on file to verify that the child was immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parents brought in a written exemption letter for the child signed by both parents.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
On 9/5/2025, Child #1 did not have any record of immunizations on file to verify that the child was immunized according to the recommendations of the ACIP. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parents brought in a written exemption letter for the child signed by both parents”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On 9/5/2025, the emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parent will add the health insurance coverage and policy number for Child #2.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 9/5/2025, the emergency contact information and the financial agreement for Child #1 had not been updated by the parent within the previous 6 months. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parent signed to update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
On 9/5/2025, the record/emergency contact information on file for Child #2 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The parent signed to give consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
It was verified through staff interviews and written statements that on 5/28/25, Child #1 left the facility while the class was transitioning upstairs to lunch and ran two blocks to their father's house without Staff #1 seeing or knowing. Child #1 was in the care of Staff #1 during this time. The facility did not know that the child was missing until the facility was called and notified that Child #1 was at father's house. Video surveillance from 5/28/2025 showed Child #1 running to their father's house unsupervised before entering the house. Staff #1 was terminated from the facility as of 6/16/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2025): “An updated supervision plan as well as a staff-to-child ratio policy has been developed and disseminated to staff members. These plans have been submitted for review to our certification representative. Children will be supervised by a staff person at all times. Correction Date:7/31/2025 The…”
Perpetrator in an indicated or founded report of child abuse 55 Pa. Code §20.71(b)(5)
Facility Person #1 has been named as a perpetrator in an indicated report of child abuse.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Facility person #1 has been terminated from the facility.”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
It was confirmed through staff interviews that on 5/28/25, Staff #1 was caring for 11 preschool-aged children at the time Child #1 absconded from the facility. At least 2 staff persons are required at all times for this amount of children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Ratios were corrected immediately. A detailed policy regarding staff-to-child ratios was developed and submitted to our certification representative on 7/30/25. Correction Date: 7/30/25”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.119
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/2025, Child #1, an infant (See code sheet for date of birth) was observed sleeping in a swing for 15 minutes. Child #1 does not have a medical reason on file documenting that they should not be placed in the sleeping that is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Staff members caring for infants were reminded of the safe sleeping practices recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Infants shall be placed in the correct sleeping position for naps.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/2025, peeling paint was observed on the back door of the facility outside leading to the steps to go upstairs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “Peeling paint was removed and the door was repainted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
May 29, 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)
On 5/29/2025, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed that the fire detection system has not been getting manually tested at least once ever 30 days. The log showed that the alarm was tested as follows: 3/7/2025 then 4/9/2025 and then 5/12/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2025): “The fire detection system will be tested every 30 days regardless of weekend dates. Staff will ensure that the log is completed and that there is no lapse in testing stretching longer than 30 days.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair/Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)/3270.135(a)(3)
During the Renewal Inspection on 9/12/2024, the covered trash can in the bathroom of the downstairs classroom that was being used for diapering was not hands-free. In addition, the can also had a crack on it that left sharp edges exposed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “Three hands-free covered cans were ordered today.”
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the Renewal Inspection on 9/12/2024, the most recent health report on file for Child #1, a preschool child was dated 8/1/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “We will obtain an updated health report for the child.”
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1 did not complete mandated reporter training within the required 60 time period. of every 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 6/10/2016 and the updated mandated reporter training being completed on 6/9/2024. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 12, 2024): “This was corrected prior to the inspection.”
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On 9/12/2024, Child #1 and Child #2 did not have child service reports on file that were completed within the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “Updated child service reports will be completed for both children.”
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 9/12/2024, the financial agreement for Child #1 had not been updated by the parent within the previous 6 months. The emergency contact information and the financial agreement for Child #2 had not been updated by the parent in the previous 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “We will have the parent review and update the forms for the children.”
Citation
Sep 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
On 9/12/2024, the record for Child #2 and Child #3 did not contain consent for emergency medical care for the child and also did not contain consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2024): “We will have the parents sign the required boxes on the emergency contact form to give written consent for emergency medical care for the child and minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation
Apr 12, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Cert Rep observed 5 pack n plays that were not labeled for individual use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Operator labeled the pack n plays at the time of inspection.”
Citation
Apr 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)
Child #1 is missing an updated health assessment, date of last health assessment 5/12/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Child #1's file has been updated to include an updated health assessment.”
Citation
Apr 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing child service reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Child service reports were updated and placed into the appropriate child's file.”
Citation
Apr 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Child #2 is missing parents work address and phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Child #2's file has been updated to include the missing work address and phone number.”
Citation
Apr 12, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing updated emergency contacts and agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Child #1, 2, and 3's files have all been updated to include emergency contacts and agreement forms.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Cert Rep observed rust on the baseboard heater in the children's bathroom near the kitchen. Cert Rep observe a missing ceiling tile in the preschool room. Cert Rep observed 12 water stained ceiling tiles in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “A replacement baseboard cover has been ordered to replace the baseboard with rust in the children's bathroom near the kitchen. The cover will be replaced upon receipt. Ceiling tiles have been ordered and currently waiting for contractor to install next week.”
Citation
Sep 5, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Facility person #1 only completed 3 hours of annual training during their training year from 8/22-8/23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “Facility person 1 has completed the remaining hours to complete the 12 hour requirement.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Facility person #3 does not have an NSOR clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Employee has been placed on leave until NSOR clearance is returned. Employee was unable to locate original and has resubmitted the application.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
Child #1 does not have an updated health assessment on file, date of last health assessment 8/24/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 1's file has been updated with a complete up-to-date health assessment faxed from provider.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)
Child #1 & 2 do not have a current 2022 flu vaccine or a letter of exemption on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child files have been updated to include child's immunized status.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, & 7 did not complete the required health and safety training update by 12/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “All staff have completed the updated 1 hour health and safety update. Documentation has been placed in each staff member's file.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
Child #1 does not have a child service report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 1's file has been updated to include a child service report.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
Child #3 does not have an agreement on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 3's file is updated to include a copy of the agreement.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Child #3's emergency contact is missing the physician's address and telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 3's emergency contact has been updated to include the physician's address and telephone number.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #3 is missing the insurance policy number on the emergency contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 3's file has been updated to ensure the insurance policy number is complete.”
Citation
Apr 25, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #1 & 2 are missing updated emergency contact and financial agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2023): “Child 1 and 2's files have been updated to reflect up-to-date emergency contacts and financial agreements.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 has an expired FBI clearance dated 2/12/15. Staff #3 does not have a state police clearance on file. Staff #4 worked with a volunteer state police clearance dated 10/27/20 and a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 10/27/20 prior to obtaining required clearances. Staff #4 has a state police clearance dated 7/11/22 and a child abuse clearance dated 7/23/22. Staff #4 has a Department of Ed FBI clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2022): “Staff have been removed from direct care of children via suspension until all correct documentation is received.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
At approximately 9:50am Cert Rep observed Staff #2 changing an infant and did not wash her or the infants hands after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Staff member was swiftly corrected and re-trained in the proper steps of the diapering process.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Staff #5 started working with children prior to obtaining a health assessment and TB test. Health assessment is dated 8/31/22 and TB results 9/2/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2022): “New staff may not begin providing direct care to children until AFTER the health assessment and TB results have been read.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Operator admitted an annual emergency drill has not been completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2022): “An emergency drill was completed on 9/20/22 in the form of a lockdown drill.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Child #1 is missing the person designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Child 1's file has been updated to include the missing information.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Child #1 is missing the work address of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Child 1's file has been updated so that the missing emergency contact information of home/work addresses and phone numbers is now completed.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child #1 is missing health insurance coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Health insurance coverage information and policy number have been added to Child 1's file.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child #1 is missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Emergency contact information for the individuals to which Child 1 may be released has been updated to include their name, complete address, and phone numbers.”
Citation
Sep 16, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Child #1, 2 & 3 are missing updated emergency contact and financial agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 14, 2022): “Updated emergency contact and financial agreements have been completed for Child 1, 2, and 3 and added to their files.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety/Heat Source 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.71
At the time of an unannounced monitoring visit Cert Rep observed the gate to the kitchen was not present and the stove was accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Gate has been replaced to block access to kitchen.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of an unannounced visit Cert Rep observed a can of Lysol on the tray of a highchair accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Lysol was placed upon a high shelf out of reach of children.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
Cert Rep observed tissues and napkins in an unlidded receptacle in the children's eating area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Trash can was removed and replaced with new lidded receptacle.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
Cert Rep observed two cribs that were not labeled for individual use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “Cribs have been labeled with the appropriate child's names.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)
Operator stated fire drills are completed every 60 days although documentation could not be provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “New fire drill logs have been printed and placed on a clipboard for easy access.”
Citation
Apr 14, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
Operator stated fire system checks are completed every 30 days although documentation could not be provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2022): “New fire system log sheets were printed and placed on a clipboard to be readily accessible. Fire system checks will be completed every 30 days documented and returned to the designated area.”
“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 29, 2025
Complaint investigation
2 violations 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) | $44.00 | $37.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $44.00 | $37.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $38.00 | $34.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $38.00 | $32.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $35.00 | $30.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $32.00 | $26.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $32.00 | $26.00 |
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
85 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Dec 31, 2026
Operator
Villa Day Care Center INC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(570) 462-2100
State certificate #
CER-00249762
Common questions
Has Villa Day Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 8 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 16, 2025 (background checks): “On 12/16/2025, Staff #3 had current clearances on file. However, the updated state police clearance on file for Staff #3 was dated 12/3/2025. The previous state police clearance was dated 10/20/2020.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Villa Day Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Villa Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jan 16, 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 Villa Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Schuylkill County?
It is #31 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Villa Day Care Center last inspected?
Jul 22, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Villa Day Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $44.00 for newborn, $44.00 for infant, $38.00 for young toddler, $38.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Villa Day Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Villa Day Care Center INC.
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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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