CHILDSPACE LLC
STATE COLLEGE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address611 E PROSPECT AVE, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16801
CountyCentre
Phone(814) 237-6429
Operating details
Capacity32
SubsidiesY
License dateJuly 16, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High5
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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611 E PROSPECT AVE, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16801, STATE COLLEGE, PA 16801
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/9/2026
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- Medium-High5
- Medium3
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- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk4/9/2026
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training (3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f))
Staff #3 did not complete the skills portion of Pediatric CPR/First Aide Staff #5 did not have an approved Pediatric CPR/First Aide training on file. Training completed is not an acceptable curriculum. Staff #7 had CPR dated 4/16/26, which was not completed within 90 days. Staff person #3 and #5 must be supervised at all times (by and AGS or higher who as completed all preservice training) until the required preservice training is completed. If there is not a qualified staff person to supervise staff #3 and 5, then staff #3 and #5 may not work in a child care position. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Correction: Staff #5 and #7 are no longer employed at the center. Staff #3 has since completed the training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026 - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
Staff #1 had an NSOR dated 10/24/25 and did not have a previous NSOR on file to verify that the clearance was updated within 60 months. Staff #1 had Mandated reporter training dated 3/10/26 and did not have the previous training on file to verify that the training was completed within 60 months of the prior training. Staff #1 had a disclosure statement that was not signed by a witness. Staff #2 did not have a signed, dated disclosure statement on file. Staff #3 had an FBI clearance dated 12/29/25, which was not completed prior to working with children. Staff #5 did not have an approved mandated reporter training on file, training on file for staff #5 was not an approved curriculum. FBI clearance on file for staff #5 was not a valid FBI clearance as the purpose of the clearance was not for DHS. Staff #5 did not have an NSOR clearance on file. Staff #5 may not work in a child care position until all missing clearances are updated and on file. Staff #6 did not have an NSOR clearance on file. Staff #6 had a Department of Education FBI clearance, which is not accepted. Staff #6 may not work in a child care position until all missing clearances are updated and on file. Staff #7 had a volunteer state police clearance on file, which is not accepted. Staff #7 may not work in a child care position until the clearance is updated and on file. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 5,6, and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #5, 6, and 7 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Staff #1 will have all ongoing paperwork on file Staff #2 now has the disclosure Staff #3 now has clearances on file Staff # 4 is no longer employed at the center Staff #5 is no longer employed at the center Staff #6 has submitted all required clearances at this time Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026 - Medium risk4/9/2026
Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)
In the Infant/Toddler room a sleeve of plastic bags was observed to be accessible to children in care. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: The bag has been moved upward and out of the children's reach. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/5/2026 - Medium-High riskStandard 124/9/2026
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
Staff #3 had a health assessment dated 11/7/25, which was not completed prior to initial employment. Staff #6 did not have a health assessment on file. Staff #8 had a health assessment dated 11/29/23 and did not have an update on file. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Staff #3 will from here on have health assessments within the required time period Staff #6 has submitted the health assessment Staff #8 is no longer employed at the center Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026 - Medium risk4/9/2026
Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.192(2)(iv))
Staff #4 did not have verification of education on file. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Staff #4 is no longer employed at the center Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026 - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Health and Safety Training (3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h))
Staff #3 had health and safety training dated 4/17/26, which was not completed within 90 days. Staff #5 did not complete health and safety training within 90 days of hire. Staff #5 does not have part 2 of health and safety training on file. Staff #7 did not have health and safety training on file. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. All staff persons shall complete the professional development under § 3270.31(f). Correction: Staff #5 and #7 are no longer employed at the center. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026 - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
Director or designated staff person responsibility/Every 60 days (3270.94(a)/3270.94(a)(1))
Fire drills were completed greater than 60 days apart on the following occasions: 5/15/25-7/24/25, 7/24/25-11/18/25, and 1/16/26-3/25/26 Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that the critera specified in §3270.95Ia)(1)- (a)(9) are met The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: A fire drill will be conducted during the third week of may Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/14/2026
2025
- Medium risk4/4/2025
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)
During Renewal Inspection 4-9-25, a surge protector bar with uncovered outlets was observed in the Sun Room next to the refrigerator accessible to the children, age 3. This was brought to the Directors attention and was remedied immediately. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The Concern was immediately corrected during inspection. Outlets will be covered. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/18/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
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(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,075/month
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Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: STATE COLLEGE, Centre County
- Capacity: 32
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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