YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School
YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School is a certified child care center in Scottdale, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 50 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 50). 14 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #54 of 85 centers in Westmoreland County and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A gray plastic toy bin was observed to be cracked and could cause injury to children.
The current health assessment on file for Staff #1 does not indicate if the staff person was assessed for communicable/contagious disease.
The emergency plan on file at the facility lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility's fire drill log contained consecutive hypothetical locations for the fire used for the fire drill in January 2026 and February 2026.
Staff Person #2 was observed to be caring for children 11 School Aged children unsupervised. Staff Person #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 4/22/20. The facility lacked Shaken Baby, Child Maltreatment, and Abusive Head Trauma policies. The facility's emergency plan lacked policies regarding volunteer emergency preparedness training, and continuity of operations, required as of 7/1/22, as per Announcement C-22-04. Great Value All Purpose cleaning spray with bleach, labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was observed to be accessible to children in an unlocked cabinet. An unlidded garbage can containing a spoon with human secretions was observed in the child care space.
Staff #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their hire date (SEE IS CODE SHEET): PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 (completed 9/2/26) and Pediatric First Aid/CPR (completed 6/2/26)
Staff #2 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 4/22/20.
The file for Staff #2, who was being utilized as an Assistant Group Supervisor, contained documentation of a high school diploma or general education development certificate but lacked 2 years of experience with children.
At the time of inspection, the facility lacked a policy regarding the transfer of care between the child care facility and the child's school. The policy shall be a written agreement which includes the parent's signature providing consent and placed in the child's file.
The files for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4, and Child #5 contained the original financial agreement when the parent is to receive the original agreement.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked a complete address and phone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #5 lacked a work address and work telephone number for the enrolling parent.
At the time of inspection, the child files were observed in an unlocked container inside of an unlocked cabinet in the Library.
At the time of inspection, the staff files were observed in an unlocked container inside of an unlocked cabinet in the Library.
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The two most recent National Sex Offender Registry certificates on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/24/20 and 4/30/25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #2, who was provisionally hired after 2/1/25 (SEE IS CODE SHEET), did not contain an National Sex Offender Registry certificate, Child Abuse Clearance, and documentation of application of an FBI clearance at time of hire, as required by Announcement C-25-01.
At the time of inspection, the facility lacked a written agreement between the school and the child care program's legal entity documenting who is responsible for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants. The agreement should also list how often hazardous materials and biological contaminants are removed from the facility and from facility premises, as per the requirements of Announcement C-24-02. Great Value cleaning spray and Lysol disinfectant wipes, labeled "Keep out of reach of children", were observed to be accessible in an unlocked cabinet. An unlidded garbage can containing tissues with human secretions was observed in the child care space.
The emergency plan on file at the facility lacked a method to inform parents that the emergency has ended and instructions on how to safely be reunited with their children.
The facility's most recent annual review of the emergency plan is dated 8/26/24, more than 12 months prior.
The emergency plan parent letter on file at the facility lacked accommodations for children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The emergency plan on file at the facility lacked accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
The facility lacked documentation that an emergency drill was conducted within the last 12 months.
At the time of inspection, a written record for fire drills indicating the specific time, hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill was not on file at the facility.
The emergency plan on file at the facility lacked lockdown and shelter in place procedures.
The emergency plan on file at the facility lacked evacuation procedures.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 lacked a complete address for the child's physician or source of medical care.
The emergency contact forms on file for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 lacked the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked the enrolling parent's signature giving the facility written consent to obtain emergency medical care.
The emergency contact forms on file for Child #1 and Child #3 lacked complete addresses for all listed release persons.
The emergency contact form on file for Child #1 and Child #4 lacked the enrolling parent's signature giving the facility written consent to administer minor first aid.
At the time of inspection, the child files were observed in an unlocked container inside of an unlocked cabinet.
At the time of inspection, the staff files were observed in an unlocked container inside of an unlocked cabinet.
The facility did not have documentation that the emergency plan was sent to the county emergency management agency.
The file for Staff #2 included a State Police volunteer clearance and lacked a dissemination date, making it invalid.
The facility's Emergency Plan lacked a Continuity of Operations policy.
The Emergency Plan lacked written documentation that it was reviewed and updated annually by the operator.
The two most recent health assessments on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/3/22 and 8/22/24, more than 24 months apart.
The most recent written documentation of an emergency drill on file at the facility is dated 9/7/23, more than 1 year ago.
The two most recent Pediatric First Aid/CPR trainings on file for Staff #1 are dated 4/13/22 and 6/4/24, more than 24 months apart.
The most recent staff evaluation on file for Staff #2 is dated 8/28/23, more than 12 months prior.
The Emergency Contact form for Child #1 lacked addresses for all listed release persons.
The file for Staff #1 contained 8 of 12 required annual child care training hours.
The two most recent Child Abuse and FBI Clearances for Staff #1 were dated more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #2 lacked an updated State Police Clearance. The last clearance was dated: 09/14/2018. (See LIS Code Sheet)
The disclosure statement in the file for Staff #2 was on an outdated form not used since prior to 2015. (See LIS Code Sheet)
The file for Staff #2 lacked an Initial Health Assessment. (See LIS Code Sheet)
The facility files lacked evidence of the Emergency Plan and subsequent plan updates being sent to the local municipality and County Emergency Management Services.
The file for child #1 (SA) lacked an Initial Health Assessment. (See LIS Code Sheet)
The file for Staff #2 lacked completion of the UPDATED 1 Hour Health and Safety Training on or prior to 12/30/2022. (See LIS Code Sheet)
Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/Pediatric CPR.
The file for Staff #2 lacked documentation of an updated Mandated Reporter Training. The last training was dated: 09/05/2017. (See LIS Code Sheet)
The disclosure statement in the file for Staff #1 was on an outdated form not used since prior to 2015. Staff #1 had an NSOR dated 03/24/20 which is dated after Staff #1's Date of Hire.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $18.00 | $18.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $18.00 | $18.00 |
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.
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Common questions
Has YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School 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 Sep 18, 2025 (background checks): “The two most recent National Sex Offender Registry certificates on file for Staff #1 are dated 3/24/20 and 4/30/25, more than 60 months apart. The file for Staff #2, who was provisionally hired after 2/1/25 (SEE IS CODE…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 31, 2019. 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 Laurel Highlands Before & After School compare with other daycares in Westmoreland County?
It is tied for #54 of 85 centers in Westmoreland County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School last inspected?
Sep 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $18.00 for young school-age, $18.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs YMCA of Laurel Highlands Before & After School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Regional Family YMCA Of Laurel Highlands.
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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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