SHELDONS 1914 DAYCARE

ERIE, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,204/mo

Contact information

Address811 PRIESTLEY AVE, ERIE, PA, 16511

CityERIE, PA 16511

CountyErie

Phone(814) 572-2570

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateSeptember 6, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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811 PRIESTLEY AVE, ERIE, PA, 16511, ERIE, PA 16511

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  1. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  2. This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
  3. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  4. This is a small program - ask about backup care arrangements when the provider is ill or away

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/9/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk6/9/2025

    Age and training (3290.31(f))

    The file for Staff Person #1 contained only four hours of annual child care training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Correction: The hours was off cause I did not understand the dates. So had more than 12 hours done from the previous inspection, but not 12 in the time frame required. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  2. High risk6/9/2025

    Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3290.182(3)/3290.182(5))

    The emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1, 2 and 3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child or signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Requirement: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: those two lines are a little inconspicuous on the form. They have been signed now.. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  3. Medium-High risk6/9/2025

    Within 60 days/Initial and subsequent health assessments (3290.131(a)/3290.182(1))

    The file for Child #3, who has been enrolled for more than 60 days, did not include an initial health report. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record must contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: had miss read the regulation and thought the child had 3 months. I had Mom send me her updated vaccine records that day. And a physical a few days later.. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  4. Medium-High risk6/9/2025

    Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

    The file for Child #2, who has been enrolled for more than six months, did not include a child service report. Requirement: An agreement shall specify the services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. the operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information at § 3290.124(e). Correction: A milestone evaluation was done and given to the parents Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  5. Medium-High risk6/9/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3290.32(a)/3290.192(3))

    The most recent NSOR Certificates in the files for Staff Person #1 and Household Member #2 exceeded 60 months between certificates. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). 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. Correction: missed the deadline to get the new clearance, but I did have the clearance completed and back before the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  6. Medium risk2/27/2025

    Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3290.22(a))

    The current certificate of compliance was not posted at the facility. Requirement: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location. Correction: Certificate was reprinted and rehung. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025
  7. Medium risk2/27/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3290.63)

    Observed two outlets on an extension cord, which was plugged in, that lacked protective receptacle covers. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Extension cord was removed. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/31/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

21Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • Review the detailed violations listed above.
  • Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
  • Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
  • Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.

Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.

Estimated monthly cost

$1,204/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

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: ERIE, Erie County
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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