HUNDRED ACRE WOODS DAYCARE & LEARNING CENTER
CONNELLSVILLE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address120 S 3RD ST, CONNELLSVILLE, PA, 15425
CountyFayette
Phone(878) 240-0311
Operating details
Capacity56
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 22, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High10
- Medium11
- Medium-Low3
- Low0
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120 S 3RD ST, CONNELLSVILLE, PA, 15425, CONNELLSVILLE, PA 15425
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/4/2026
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2026
- High risk2/4/2026
Mixed Age Level (3270.52)
In Room 3, at approximately 10:40am, one staff and six children of mixed ages (1 infant, 1 young toddler, 3 older toddlers and 1 older school age child) were observed. Therefore, the staff: child ratio was exceeded by two children. Requirement: When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level). Correction: An older toddler was moved to the preschool room and the related child was moved to a non-childcare space. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/4/2026
2025
- Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The staff file for Staff person #1, Staff person #2, Staff person #6, and Staff person #9 contained a current National Sex Offender Register (NSOR) check dated 3/12/25 which was not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 2/21/20 NSOR check expiring. The staff file for Staff person #5 contained a current NSOR check dated 3/11/25 which was not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 2/21/20 NSOR check expiring. The staff file for Staff person #3 contained a current NSOR check dated 4/2/25 and a current Child Abuse clearance dated 9/17/25 both of which were not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 2/21/20 NSOR check and 7/17/20 Child Abuse clearance expiring. The staff file for Staff person #4 (See IS Code Sheet) was observed to contain a disclosure statement dated 8/21/25 that was not signed at time of hire per the Child Protective Service Law (CPSL). The staff file for Staff person #9 contained a current Child Abuse clearance dated 9/7/25 and a current State Police clearance dated 9/12/25 both of which were not renewed within 60 months of the previously dated 7/30/20 Child Abuse and 7/25/20 State Police clearances expiring. 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: All staff files are current and complete Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 3/5/25 to 4/5/25 (31 days), 5/30/25 to 7/3/25 (34 days), and 7/3/25 to 8/3/25 (31 days). Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: Fire alarm was tested on 9/23/25 and again on 10/6/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/6/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 129/23/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
The staff file for Staff person #7, contained a current health assessment dated 9/16/25 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 6/1/23 health assessment on file. The staff file for Staff person #8, contained a current health assessment dated 6/5/25 which was conducted more than 24 months from the previously dated 5/4/23 health assessment 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 #7 and #8 have current health assessments on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Name on bottle (3270.133(3))
In Room 4 (Toddler Room) a bottle of children's Motrin that was stored on the top shelf of a wooden bookshelf unit was observed to lack the name of the child whom the medication is intended for. Requirement: The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: Motrin was removed Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
The child file for Child #1 was observed to contain a current emergency contact information form that lacked the address for one of the designated release persons listed. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Correction: Emergency contact address was added to child 1 file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))
The child file for Child #2 was observed to contain a current emergency contact information form that lacked the health insurance name and policy number. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: Health insurance number was added to child 2 file Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" (3270.72(d))
On the second floor, in the School Age room, two windows located inside the bathroom, which are accessible to children in care, were observed to not be restricted and able to open more than 6 inches. Requirement: Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches. Correction: Windows were modified to stay less then 6 inches Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/10/2025 - Medium-High risk9/23/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
In Room 4 (Toddler Room) a Dermasil Aloe Fresh body lotion labeled, 'Keep Out of Reach of Children' was observed stored inside a canvas storage cube in the bottom right corner of shelving unit that is accessible to the toddlers in care. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Lotion was removed Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))
The staff file for Staff person #3 contained current mandated reporter training dated 9/4/25 which was not renewed within 60 months from the previously existing mandated reporter certificate dated 8/11/20. The staff file for Staff person #6 contained current mandated reporter training dated 8/29/25 which was not renewed within 60 months from the previously existing mandated reporter certificate dated7/25/20. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Correction: Staff #3 has completed, current mandated reporter in file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium risk9/23/2025
General Health and Safety (3270.21)
In Room 4 (Toddler Room) in the top pink drawer of a 10-drawer rainbow rolling cart was a pair of adult scissors accessible to the toddlers in care. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Scissors were removed Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Disposable diapers (3270.135(a)(3))
At approximately 1:00pm in Room 1, after an observed diaper change, Staff person #1 was observed to not immediately discard the soiled pull up into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can until completing the diaper change. The plastic lined covered can used to discard the soiled pull up was not hands free. Requirement: If disposable diapers are provided by a parent or by a facility, a soiled diaper shall be discarded by immediately placing the diaper into a plastic-lined, hands-free covered can. Correction: Diapers will be immediately discarded into a hands free, covered trash can. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))
At approximately 1:00pm in Room 1, after an observed diaper change, Staff person #1 failed to ensure the child's hands were washed before they returned to their resting mat. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: All staff and children will wash their hands after diaper changes Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Infant/toddler - no material less than 1 inch (3270.102(e))
The fence to the right of the outdoor playground was observed to have fallen down allowing the area of mulch to be accessible to the infants and toddler who use the outdoor play space. Requirement: Pea gravel and other materials with a diameter of less than 1 inch may not be used in spaces where infants or toddlers receive care. Correction: Fence was secured so that mulch was inaccessible to infants and toddlers Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Running water - diapering (3270.82(j))
At approximately 1:00pm in Room 1 Staff person #1 failed to ensure their hands, as well as the child's hands, were washed after an observed diaper change due to a source of running water not being present in the diaper changing area. Requirement: A source of running water for handwashing shall be present in infant and toddler diapering areas. If the running water does not flow directly into a drain that is connected to a sewage system, a receptacle shall be provided to contain the water used for washing. The receptacle shall be emptied into an approved sewage system at least once a day. Correction: A new portable sink was replaced in the diaper changing area. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Handwashing signs (3270.82(h))
In Room 4, the portable sink located to the left of the door was observed to lack a handwashing sign. In Room 1 the diapering area was observed to lack a handwashing sign. Requirement: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility. Correction: Handwashing signs were hung by portable sink. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
In the outdoor play space, on the side used by the preschool and school age children, peeling/chipping paint was observed along the base of the exterior wall of the facility. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Paint will be scraped and repainted. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/3/2025 - Medium-High risk3/18/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
The following ceiling tiles were observed to not be kept clean as evidence by having water spots from a previous leak that has since been repaired: Two ceiling tiles above the stairs leading to the School Age room and one ceiling tile to the right of the TV in Room 3. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: Ceiling tiles were checked for mold(none was observed) tiles were painted to cover water stain Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/5/2025 - Medium-High risk3/18/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
In the main entryway the following toxics labeled 'Keep Out of Reach of Children' were observed inside two children's cubbies and accessible to the children in care: Victoria Secret Fragrance Mist, two Bath and Body Works Pocketbac hand sanitizer, and Aveeno baby lotion. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: All hazardous and toxic materials were removed from cubbies. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2025
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)
In Room 1, upon entering thru the door on the left, an electrical outlet located underneath the dry erase board was observed to be missing one protective outlet covering. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Outlet cover was replaced Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
General Health and Safety (3270.21)
In Room 1 a stapler was observed on a shelf approximately 1 foot from the ground and accessible to the preschool age children in care. Also in Room 1, to the back right portion of the room, an L shaped steel bracket was observed approximately 2.5 feet from the ground and at a height where children in care could potential injury themselves on it. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Stapler and L bracket were removed Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium risk3/18/2025
Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))
At approximately 1:00pm in Room 1, Staff person #1 was observed changing a child's soiled pull up on the carpeted floor without a pad or surface covering. Requirement: Diaper changing surfaces shall be cleaned after each use by wiping the surface with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering. Correction: All diaper changes will be done on diaper changing station and will be sanitized after each use Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2025
Adult Hygiene (3270.152)
At approximately 1:00pm in Room 1 Staff person #1 was observed to not wash their hands after a diaper change. Requirement: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: Staff was informed that hands must be immediately washed after every diaper change. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium-Low risk3/18/2025
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
Upon review of the facility's 30-day fire testing documentation, the following tests were observed to have been conducted more than 30 days apart: 11/1/24 to 1/20/25 (80 days). Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: The alarms have been tested every 30 days since 1/20/25. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/3/2025 - Medium-High risk1/9/2025
Building Surfaces (3270.76)
2ND CITATION: In the upstairs School Age Room 5/6, 3 ceiling tiles located above the teacher desk were observed to not be kept clean as evidence by having water spots from an unknown source. PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 12/11/24 Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: Will contact the landlord and have him replace the tiles. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 1/17/2025
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About this daycare
- Location: CONNELLSVILLE, Fayette County
- Capacity: 56
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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