YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR
YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR is a certified child care center in Erie, PA, with capacity for 212 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 18 times and confirmed violations in 6 complaint investigations. The state cited 110 violations, 26 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (26 of 110). 21 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #19 of 58 centers in Erie and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The file for staff person #2 who was hired at the facility as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI clearance prior to working with the children at the childcare. The FBI clearance in the file is dated 7/14/26. The file for staff person #7 who was hired at the facility as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked state police, child abuse, FBI clearances, and an NSOR verification certificate that were completed 60 months from the previous clearances. The state police clearances in the file are dated 5/5/21 and 6/17/26. The child abuse clearances in the file are dated 5/14/21 and 6/18/26. The FBI clearances in the file are dated 5/23/21 and 6/23/26. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 4/14/21 and 6/29/26. The file for staff person #8 who was hired at the facility as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI clearance prior to working with the children at the childcare. The FBI clearance in the file is dated 4/20/26.
In the Fun n Fit classroom 2 cans of Gleme glass cleaner and 1 bottle of Santi 10 Plus were observed in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children. The cans and bottle were all labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children".
The file for staff person #2 lacked initial emergency plan training that was completed 90 days from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The emergency plan training in the file is dated 6/5/26. The file for staff person #7 lacked emergency plan training that was completed annually. The emergency plan trainings in the file are dated 6/1/24 and 6/16/26. The file for staff person #10 lacked initial emergency plan training.
In the Youth Dept. classroom five tiles are missing from the wall.
In the boy's restroom in the Youth Dept. classroom a handwashing sign was not posted above the toilet.
In the School-Age classroom a plastic pencil case was observed to be broken creating rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points. In the Yellow Perch classroom, the wooden cabinet had a handle with a missing screw causing a pinch and crush point.
In the preschool classroom it was observed that an operating thermometer was not placed in the refrigerator.
The file for staff person #4 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 3/7/24 and 6/25/26.
It was observed that the last emergency drill was conducted on 6/10/25.
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was observed for the 30-day smoke detector checks. There were 32 days between12/4/25 and 1/5/26 and 34 days between 7/15/26 and 8/18/26.
The file for child #9 lacked a child health report that was completed 60 following the first day of attendance at the facility 6/9/25. The child health report in the file is dated 7/31/26.
The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #4 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 5/31/25 and 6/5/26. The files for staff persons #5 and #6 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file is dated 6/5/26. The file for staff person #7 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety trainings in the file are dated 6/1/24 and 7/9/26.
The file for staff person #2 lacked the completion of 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 trainings within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The file for staff person #3 lacked the completion of pediatric first-aid and CPR, mandated reporter, and 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 trainings within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The pediatric first-aid and CPR in the file is dated 7/21/26. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 7/19/26. The 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 trainings in the file are dated 7/19/26.
The file for staff person #7 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter trainings in the file are dated 5/24/21 and 6/22/26.
The file for staff person #1 lacked a written evaluation by the director that was completed 12 months from the previous evaluation. The written evaluations in the file are dated 4/21/25 and 5/1/26. The file for staff person #2 lacked a written evaluation by the director that was completed 12 months from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The written evaluations in the file are dated 6/16/26. The file for staff person #5 lacked a written evaluation by the director that was completed 12 months from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The written evaluations in the file are dated 1/26/26. The file for staff person #6 lacked a written evaluation by the director that was completed 12 months from the hire date (See LIS Code Sheet). The written evaluations in the file are dated 5/2/26. The file for staff person #7 lacked a written evaluation by the director in 2025. The written evaluation in the file is dated 6/16/26.
It was observed that there are 112 enrolled children, which would require 3 group supervisors. Only one group supervisor works at the childcare.
The files for children #1, #2, #5, #7, and #9 lacked child service reports that were completed in 2025. The files for children #1, #2, #5, #7, and #9 had child service reports that were completed 7/2026.
The files for children #3, #6, #8 and #9 lacked emergency contact information the included the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care prior to admission.
The files for children #1, #2, #4, #5, #7, and #9 lacked a six-month update to the emergency contact and agreement forms written by the parent.
The files for children #3, #6, #8 and #9 lacked signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.
The file for staff person #2 lacked professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (See LIS Code Sheet). The pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation training in the file is dated 6/29/26.
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According to staff statements, on 9/12/25, Staff person #1 was transitioning 12 young school age children from their classroom to the school bus when Child #1 was placed on the wrong school bus. Staff person #1 walked back into the building and staff person #2 realized that child #1 was put on the wrong bus. Staff person #1 called the bus company to let them know. The bus company said they would bring Child #1 right back to the childcare. Child #1 was on the wrong school bus for approximately 10 minutes before being brought back to the childcare.
According to staff statements, on 9/12/25, Staff person #1 was transitioning 12 young school age children from their classroom to the school bus when Child #1 was placed on the wrong school bus. Staff person #1 walked back into the building and staff person #2 realized that child #1 was put on the wrong bus. Staff person #1 called the bus company to let them know. The bus company said they would bring Child #1 right back to the childcare. Child #1 was on the wrong school bus for approximately 10 minutes before being brought back to the childcare.
Child #1 was put on the Montessori school bus instead of being put on the Millcreek school bus during the before school program.
The file for staff person #1 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a State Police Clearance. The file for staff person #5 who was hired as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked a Child Abuse Clearance.
The file for staff person #6 lacked emergency plan training that was completed 12 months from the previous emergency plan training. The emergency plan training in the file is dated 5/31/24 and 6/6/25.
In Room #6 on top of the washer one jug of Purex laundry detergent and two jugs of Prime Source bleach labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children" were accessible to the children.
In the Fun n Fit classroom in the restroom a hole was observed in the wall behind the door. The doorstop on the wall was pushed through the wall creating a hole.
In Room #4 the school-age classroom a red plastic toy bin was observed to have a broken corner causing rough edges and sharp corners. In Room #6 a clear plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked creating pinch and crush points.
The file for staff person #1 lacked an initial health assessment. The file for staff person #3 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file is dated 5/9/23.
Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (See LIS code sheet): Mandated Reporter Training and Health and Safety Training.
The files for staff person #2, #3, #4, and #6 lacked a staff evaluation that was completed 12 months from the previous staff evaluation. The staff evaluations in the file are dated 1/15/24 and 4/21/25.
The file for staff person #1 lacked an initial health assessment.
The files for staff persons #1 and #2 lacked high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. The files for staff persons #2 and #3 lacked 2 years experience with children.
The file for staff person #1 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
In the Youth Department classroom an unlocked cabinet under the sink was observed to contain a jug of Clorox and container of Comet both labeled "Keep Out of Reach of Children."
In the girls restroom two handwashing signs were observed to be missing in the toilet stalls. In the boys restroom one handwashing sign was observed to be missing in the toilet stall.
In Room #6 a plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked causing rough edges, sharp corners, and pinch and crush points.
The file for staff person #1 lacked emergency plan training that was completed in the last 12 months. The emergency plan training in the file was dated 6/11/23.
The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed within the past 24 months. The health assessment in the file was dated 6/9/22.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
During the complaint investigation on 6/26/24 staff interviews and written statements verified that child #1 was left inside the childcare unsupervised for approximately three minutes. Staff person #1 and staff person #2 took 15 preschool children outside after taking the children to the restroom. After the staff and children went out to the playground child #1 came out of the restroom and was found by facility person #3. Facility person #3 took child #1 downstairs to staff person #4. Staff person #4 took child #1 out to the playground to staff person #1 and staff person #2 who were responsible for supervising child #1.
In Room 1 and Room 4, resting mats were observed to be ripping and not in good repair.
The file for facility person #1, who is the bus driver for the day care facility, was observed not to contain documentation of application of an FBI clearance prior to date of hire (See IS CODE SHEET) required for provisional hiring under the CPSL. The FBI clearance results in the file are dated 1/19/24. The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain NSOR clearance results. The file for facility person #1 was observed not to contain a valid child abuse and neglect clearance from New York where the staff person resided in the 5 years prior to employment, within 45 days of hire (See IS CODE SHEET).
On 4/30/24 at approximately 7:40am, 2 staff persons, 20 school age children, 1 young toddler, and 1 facility person were observed on the bus outside of the facility getting ready to transport the school age children to school. Staff person #2 identified 12 school age children and staff person #3 identified 8 school age children in their assigned groups. Facility person #1, who identified themselves as the bus driver and not a staff person, verified the young toddler was their daughter.
Emergency telephone numbers were not posted in the Fun and Fit room near the telephone in the room.
A written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in the Fun and Fit room.
A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not posted in the Fun and Fit room.
In the Fun and Fit room, a plastic wall plate was observed to be cracked and not in good repair.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
On 9/20/23 at 7:15 AM, Child #1 was left alone in a stairwell without supervision for 15 minutes while the group continued to the School Age classroom and without Staff #1 being aware that the child was not within the group.
The fire alarm 30-day test log includes test dates 5/1/23-6/1/23 and 8/1/23-9/1/23, more than 30 days apart.
The file for Staff person #1 includes verification of First Aid/CPR training dated 9/22/21, after the expiration date of 9/22/23.
Based on staff statements and documentation, an accident report for Child #1 was not provided to the parent on the day of the incident, 7/18/23. The incident report was provided to the parent through email on 7/19/23.
Emergency contact information was not present in the pool area where 15 school-age children were receiving care.
In Room 3, a bottle of baby oil and hand sanitizer were observed in a storage cabinet on a shelf above children's food. The bottle of baby oil was observed to be leaking and dripping onto the shelves below where the food was observed.
The soap dispenser in the bathroom in Room 4 was observed to be cracked and was not in good repair.
Mats used for rest equipment were observed to be ripped in Room 3. Two plastic bins that contained children's toys were observed to be cracked in Room 4. A sink handle to a children's kitchen playset was observed to have broken off in Room 5. These conditions expose the children in care to rough edges, sharp corners and were not in good repair.
The thermometer in the refrigerator in Room 5 measured temperature at -5° F. Upon closer inspection, it was determined that that the thermometer was inoperable.
The file for staff person #4 was observed to have documentation of a health assessment that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification. The health assessments on file for staff #4 are dated 3/10/21 and 3/24/23. The file for staff person #5 was observed to have a health assessment that was not completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET). The health assessment on file for staff person #5 has a date of 3/6/23. The file for staff person #7 was observed not to contain documentation of a health assessment being completed within 12 months prior to date of hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).
The files for staff persons #1 and #5 lacked documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS CODE SHEET). The tuberculosis screening on file for staff person #1 has a date of 3/8/23 and staff person #5 has a date of 3/8/23. The file for staff person #7 was observed not to have documentation of a tuberculosis screening at initial employment (See LIS CODE SHEET).
The file for staff person #2 was observed to lack completion of the following pre-service training by December 30, 2022: Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022. The training on file was observed to be dated 2/1/23.
Facility person #8 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The file for staff person #3 was observed to have documentation of Mandated Reporter training that was not renewed before the expiration date of the most current certification required under CPSL. The two most current trainings on file are dated 2/27/18 and 3/23/23.
The file for staff person #6 lacked a written staff evaluation written by the Director within the last 12 months.
The file for staff person #7 lacked verification of education and experience to qualify them for a position at the facility.
The file for staff person #1, date of hire (see IS code sheet), is lacking verification of completing the Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 by 12/30/2022 as required.
Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised. Then Staff #2 left the playground to retrieve Child #1, leaving Staff #1 alone to supervise 14 Preschool children.
On November 16, 2022, between 8:00 AM to 8:05 AM, Staff Person #1 and Staff Person #3 were observed supervising a mixed group of 18 School Age and 8 Preschool children in the Youth Department located on the first floor of the facility.
**Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised. A roster of all staff and proof of attendance for the training will be submitted to the Regional Office.
***Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
*Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
****Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
*****Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
******Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Based on conversations with Director and staff, review of documents, and physical site review of the playground and alley behind the playground, the following event occurred: On September 14, 2022, between 9:00 AM -10:00 AM, Staff Person #1 and staff # 2 were supervising a group of 15 preschool children on the 38th Street Playground. Staff Person #1 was responsible for supervising 7 preschool children. Staff Person #2 was responsible for supervising 8 preschool children. During this time, Child #1, who was to be supervised by Staff Person #1, left the playground through an unlocked gate and walked down an alley behind the facility premises. The alley is located between two high traffic roads, 38th Street and Peach Street. Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 did not know Child #1 was missing until an unknown member of the YMCA came over to notify staff that Child#1 was splashing in a water puddle near a garage in the alley alone and unsupervised.
Based on conversation with staff and review of files, an incident involving child #1 being hit with a stick on the playground occurred on 7/27/22. This incident report was not given to the parent until 8/1/22.
Based conversation with the director, and review of the file, when a parent requested a copy of Child's #1 file, they were given an incident report for child# 2.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
On 9/30/22 at approximately 3:30 PM, based on discussions with staff and observation of video footage: Staff Person #1 released Child #1 and stood in the classroom doorway, while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. Staff Person #1 watched Child #1 walk down the hall. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could not be seen by Staff Person #1. When Child #1 turned the corner of the hall, Child #1 could be seen by Staff Person #2, whose room is in the opposite hallway. Staff Person #2 also stood in the doorway while supervising a group of children who were still in the classroom. While supervising their own groups, Staff Person #1 and #2 could not adequately supervise Child #1. Subsequently, Child #1 walked down the stairs to be picked up by a family member on first floor. While walking down the steps, Child #1 could not be seen by either staff person.
The clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. State Police: 8/26/15-3/5/21. Child Abuse: 11/24/15-3/2/21. FBI: 10/10/15-3/3/21. The NSOR certificate in the file for Staff Person #1 was after the 6/30/20 deadline required by the CPSL (3/4/21). The NSOR certificate in the file for Staff Person #2 was after the 6/30/20 deadline required by the CPSL (1/20/21). The current FBI clearance in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted after Housebill 360 deadline of 12/30/20 (2/16/21). The FBI clearances in the file for Staff Person #6 exceeded 60 months between clearances: 11/17/16-11/18/21. The receipt for fingerprinting in the file for Staff Person #8 was dated after the staff person's first day working in child care. The NSOR application in the file for Facility Person #12 was conducted after the facility person's first day working with children. The file for Facility Person #12 did not include an NSOR certificate.
Observed glass cleaner in an unlocked cabinet in the Fun and Fit Room.
The 1st aid kit in the S/A room lacked gloves.
Observed damaged ceiling tiles in the following areas: Entrance of the Fun and Fit Room. S/A Room-by the clock and in the corner facing the playground. In the Penguin Room midway through room. Observed weeds and debris along the rear fence and trash in various places in the 38th street playground. Racquetball court #4 was missing a baseboard, which created rough edges
The window, which is at floor height, in the Fun and Fit Room lacked a visual strip/identification.
The file for Child #1, a Preschool Child, did not contain an updated health report conducted within the past 12 months.
The most recent updated health assessments in the files for Staff Person #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7 exceeded 24 months between assessments.
The initial health report in the file for Child #4 was conducted more than 60 days after the child's start date.
The current Pediatric First Aid/CPR Training in the file for Staff Person #1 was conducted after the previous certification had expired.
Staff person #9 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training.
The initial Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #7 and #11 were conducted prior to September 30, 2016. The approved Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #7 and #11 were conducted on 5/11/22 and 5/10/22.
The most recent Mandated Reporter Trainings in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months between trainings: 1/3/17-2/2/22.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #2 lacked the health insurance policy number.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3 lacked the address for one of the release persons.
The emergency contact form in the file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 6 months, has not been updated by the parent.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings in the file for Staff Person #8 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's date of hire.
The initial health assessment in the file for facility person #1 was conducted after the facility person's first day working at the facility.
The file for Staff Person #1, who is beyond 45 day provisional hire period, did not include an FBI Clearance.
The emergency plan for the facility did not include requirements for continuity of operations (backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster).
Observed flaking concrete and an exposed steel rod along the bottom of the building in the Cherry Street side Playground.
Observed flaking paint along the white wall in the Cherry Street side playground.
Observed peeling rubber coating on the bottom step of the sliding board set on the 38th Street side Playground.
The file for Staff Person #1 did not include an initial health assessment/TB Screening. The health assessment/TB Screening in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted after the staff person's first day working in child care. The TB Screenings in the files for Staff Person #3 and #4 were conducted after the staff persons' first day working in child care.
The fire system check log documented the following dates when fire system checks were conducted more than 30 days apart: 2/1-3/4, 3/4-4/4, 4/4-5/11, and 6/5-7/20.
The Health and Safety Trainings in the files for Staff Person #2 and #3 were conducted more than 90 days after the staff persons' first day working in child care.
The Mandated Reporter Training in the file for Staff Person #4 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care.
The Pediatric First Aid/CPR training in the file for Staff Person #3 was conducted more than 90 days after the staff person's first day working in child care.
“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
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.75 | $41.25 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.75 | $41.25 |
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
Common questions
Has YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 26 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 Aug 18, 2026 (background checks): “The file for staff person #2 who was hired at the facility as an assistant group supervisor on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an FBI clearance prior to working with the children at the childcare. The FBI clearance in the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR?
Pennsylvania lists 6 complaint investigations 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 YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Apr 17, 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 YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR compare with other daycares in Erie?
It is #19 of 58 centers in Erie by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR last inspected?
Aug 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.75 for young school-age, $60.75 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs YMCA of Greater Erie/Glenwood YMCA Day Care CTR?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YMCA Of Greater Erie.
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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