LEANNE PRENCIPE FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

RIDGWAY, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

4.3based on state inspection data
Capacity6
Est. price$1,204/mo

Contact information

Address73 STEIS DR, RIDGWAY, PA, 15853

CityRIDGWAY, PA 15853

CountyElk

Phone(814) 594-0228

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateFebruary 28, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 11/13/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High23
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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73 STEIS DR, RIDGWAY, PA, 15853, RIDGWAY, PA 15853

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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: 11/13/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High10
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk11/13/2025

    Emergency plan (3290.24(g))

    At the time of the inspection, there was not documentation the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency annually. Requirement: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency. Correction: Plans were sent. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/15/2025
  2. Medium-High risk11/13/2025

    Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3290.182(5))

    The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Requirement: 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: Form is complete Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/18/2025
  3. High risk11/13/2025

    Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3290.124(b)(4)/3290.182(3))

    The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the parent's written consent for emergency medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record must contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: Form completed Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/18/2025
  4. Medium-High risk11/13/2025

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

    The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked updated NSOR clearances 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. 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: NSOR clearances are now on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/18/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Name/address/phone release person (3290.124(b)(7))

    The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. 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: Form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  2. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Insurance coverage information (3290.124(b)(6))

    The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. 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: Form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  3. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Information re: disability (3290.124(b)(5))

    The file of child #1 lacked an emergency contact form with the information on the child's special needs, or "NA" if not applicable. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation. Correction: Form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  4. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Parent home/work address, phone (3290.124(b)(3))

    The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete work address of the enrolling parent. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Correction: Form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  5. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Physician name, address, phone (3290.124(b)(2))

    The file of child #2 lacked an emergency contact form with the complete address of the child's physician or source of medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Correction: Form was updated. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  6. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

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

    The files of staff #1 and #2 lacked disclosure statements. 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. 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: Completed required paperwork and placed in files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024
  7. Medium-High risk11/15/2024

    Age and training (3290.31(f)(4)(i))

    The file of staff #1 had documentation of renewing the CPR certificate after the expiration of the previous certificate due to the fact they were dated: expires 3-2024 and 4-6-24. Requirement: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and 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. Correction: Already corrected on earliest available training date. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 11/26/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: RIDGWAY, Elk County
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 1

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