World of Care INC is a certified child care center in Erie, PA, with capacity for 45 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 33 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 33). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #20 of 58 centers in Erie and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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In the PS/SA room one ceiling tile above the air conditioning unit was observed to be stained causing a visible hazard.
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 31 days between 12/12/25 and 1/12/26.
The poured surface in the outdoor playspace was observed to have a hole near the gate door and another hole at the bottom of the slide causing a visible hazard.
The file for child #2 lacked a child health report that was completed in the past 12 months. The child health report in the file was dated 5/28/24.
The file for child #1 lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 9/29/23 and 10/23/24. The file for child #3 lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 1/23/24 and 2/3/25.
The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was conducted 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file were dated 4/22/23 and 5/14/25.
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed. The 30-day smoke detector checks were 31 days between 8/9/24 and 9/9/24; 31 days between 12/6/24 and 1/6/24; 31 days between 1/6/25 and 2/6/25.
The files for staff persons #1 - #7 lacked fire safety training that was completed 12 months from the previous fire safety training. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #1 was dated 1/16/24 and 2/6/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #2 was dated 1/24/24 and 2/6/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #3 was dated 1/24/24 and 2/11/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #4 was dated 1/29/24 and 2/7/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #5 was dated 1/17/24 and 2/11/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #6 was dated 1/16/24 and 2/7/25. The fire safety training in the file for staff person #7 was dated 1/29/24 and 2/11/25.
The file for staff person #1 lacked State Police and Child Abuse Clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The State Police Clearances in the file are date 10/15/18 and 11/7/23. The Child Abuse Clearances in the file are dated 10/15/18 and 11/7/23.
The file for child #1 lacked emergency contact information that included 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.
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In the Infant room, loose crib sheets were observed on cribs in which infants were sleeping.
The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain the following clearances from Ohio where the facility person resided in the 5 years prior to employment: State Sex Offender Registry Check and State Child Abuse and Neglect Registry Check.
In the outdoor playground, trash that was contaminated by human secretions was observed in two closed receptacles but was plastic lined.
In the PS/SA room, a plastic red bin containing children's toys was observed to be cracked with rough edges and was not in good repair.
The facility's documentation of testing the fire detection system exceeded 30 days from 2/15/23 to 3/28/23.
The files for facility persons #1, #2, and #4 were observed to lack documentation of completion of the required following pre-service training by December 30, 2022: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022.
The fire safety trainings on file for facility persons #1, #2, and #3 exceeded 12 months between trainings. The trainings on file for facility person #1 were dated 2/4/22 and 5/16/23. The trainings on file for facility person #2 were dated 2/4/22 and 2/10/23. The trainings on file for facility person #3 were dated 2/4/22 and 3/1/23.
The emergency form on file for child #1 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and telephone number.
The file for staff #11 lacked application of a NSOR clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. Staff person 11 cannot work in the facility until the NSOR clearance results are submitted and verified.
The file for Staff #11 lacked a disclosure statement dated prior to date of hire, (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.
The hallway at the front entrance of the facility was observed to contain bottles of Lysol, Pulverize Hand Sanitizer, and Clean Smart in a basket that were accessible to children.
The carpet mats by the entrance to the bathroom and by the water fountain were observed to be curling up on the corners causing a potential tripping hazard.
In the diapering areas of the Infant and Toddler rooms, the water jugs used for handwashing did not allow water to run without continuously holding a button on the spigot. Therefore, it was determined that those child care spaces lacked a source of running water.
The thermometer in the refrigerator in the kitchen measured temperature at 66 F. Upon closer inspection, it was determined that that the thermometer was inoperable.
The file for child #4 lacked documentation of the yearly Influenza shot with no letter of exemption in file.
The facility had documentation of fire testing that exceeded 30 days from 1/12/22-2/14/22 and 2/14/22-3/21/22. The facility was observed to lack documentation of proof of purchase for the interconnected fire detection system.
Staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 did not have acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training by an approved curriculum and the trainer was not PQAS-certified by April 29, 2022.
The file for staff person #8, was observed not to have completed pre-service training by April 29, 2022. The pre-service training on file for staff person #8 was dated 5/1/22.
The file for staff #11 lacked documentation of acceptable verification of experience, education or training. (See LIS CODE SHEET).
The Agreements for Child #1, #2 and #5 lacked the date on which the fee is to be paid.
The emergency contact form for Child #4 lacked the name of the child's physician.
The emergency contact form on file for children #2 and #5 were observed lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work telephone number. The emergency contact form on file for child #3 lacked the enrolling parent's work telephone number.
The emergency contact form child #5 lacked the health insurance coverage for the child.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $66.91 | $56.09 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $66.91 | $56.09 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $64.36 | $53.69 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $64.24 | $51.74 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $55.56 | $47.19 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $53.00 | $41.34 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $53.00 | $41.34 |
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.
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Common questions
Has World of Care INC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Jun 20, 2024 (background checks): “The file for staff person #1 lacked State Police and Child Abuse Clearances that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The State Police Clearances in the file are date 10/15/18 and 11/7/23. The Child…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about World of Care INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at World of Care INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is World of Care INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 23, 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 World of Care INC compare with other daycares in Erie?
It is tied for #20 of 58 centers in Erie by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was World of Care INC last inspected?
Mar 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does World of Care INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $66.91 for newborn, $66.91 for infant, $64.36 for young toddler, $64.24 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs World of Care INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is World Of Care INC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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