STAY N PLAY DAY CARE

INDIANA, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

3.5based on state inspection data
Capacity47
Est. price$860/mo

Contact information

Address25 N 16TH ST, INDIANA, PA, 15701

CityINDIANA, PA 15701

CountyIndiana

Phone(724) 465-5683

Operating details

Capacity47

SubsidiesY

License dateApril 2, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 4/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High11
  • Medium13
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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25 N 16TH ST, INDIANA, PA, 15701, INDIANA, PA 15701

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/8/2026

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  • Medium-High8
  • Medium10
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk4/8/2026

    Surfaces cleaned (3270.135(b))

    Observed staff person #1 did not clean and sanitize the pad on the diapering table in the infant room after changing a child's diaper. Observed staff person #2 did not clean and sanitize the gray changing mat that was placed on the floor near the preschool restrooms after changing a child's diaper. 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: The staff person received updated training on how to sanitize diaper pads after each and every single diaper change. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/11/2026
  2. Medium-High risk4/8/2026

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    Observed on the blue wall by the book corner in the Infant room an ~ 2 inch area of crumbling dry wall / paint. 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: the area was scraped and repaired and will be repainted with concrete paint to avoid another incident like this. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/9/2026
  3. Medium risk4/8/2026

    Adult Hygiene (3270.152)

    Observed in the Infant room staff person #1 did not wash their hands after diapering a child. Requirement: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: All staff are required to wash their hands and the child's hands after each and every diaper change. All staff were required to explain to the director when and why handwashing requirements are. Each staff member demonstrated the skill correctly. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/11/2026
  4. Medium-Low risk4/8/2026

    Disposable diapers (3270.135(a)(3))

    Observed staff person #1 disposed of a soiled diaper in a trash container that was not a hands-free covered can. 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: Hands free garbage cans are present in all rooms and staff was informed that this is the only trash can they can use for diapers. No other trash cans can be used for any reason for diapers. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/11/2026
  5. Medium risk4/8/2026

    Child's hands washed (3270.134(a))

    Observed staff person #1 did not wash an infant's hands after changing their diaper. Observed older toddler children in the Toddler space went directly from coloring at the table to eating lunch without washing their hands. Requirement: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. Correction: explained to infant room staff that if an infant can hold their head in an upright position that they are required to wash their hands also after each diaper change. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/11/2026
  6. Medium risk4/8/2026

    Lidded waste receptacles (3270.82(i))

    Observed in the downstairs infant / toddler child care space the bathroom and diaper changing area were lacking clean, lidded waste receptacles. Requirement: A toilet area, training chair area, diapering area and sink area shall be equipped with a clean, lidded waste receptacle. Correction: Clean lidded waste receptacles were immediately put into place in the said rooms above. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/11/2026
  7. Medium risk1/13/2026

    High Chairs (3270.105)

    It was observed that two children were placed in highchairs during snack time without using the safety t-straps. Requirement: High chairs shall have a wide base and a T-shaped safety strap. Correction: All staff were talked to explaining the reason why children must be strapped in highchairs. All staff demonstrated their skills to director. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/13/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk10/17/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    "2nd CITATION" On 10/17/25 at approximately 10:30AM it was observed that Staff Person #1 was in the bathroom caring for 1 PS and then was observed caring for 2 older toddlers. Staff Person #1 had been removed from care on 9/29/25 at the time of an allocated unannounced inspection because Staff Person #1 did not have a DHS FBI Clearance or proof of obtaining a DHS FBI clearance on file. "PREVIOUSLY CITED ON 9/29/25". 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. Facility Person # 1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: All staff will be required to have all clearances back and in their file before working with children. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/20/2025
  2. Medium risk10/17/2025

    No harsh language (3270.113(d))

    During staff interviews it was reported that Staff Person #1 has yelled "shut up" to a child that is in care. Requirement: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Correction: Staff may not use harsh words when addressing children. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/20/2025
  3. Medium-High risk9/29/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    The file for Staff Person #1 was lacking a signed disclosure statement by their rehire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #3 contained a FBI Clearance dated 9-18-25 and a NSOR certificate dated 9-19-25, which is after their hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #5 contained a NSOR certificate dated 9-11-25, which is after hire date and was lacking proof of fingerprinting or an FBI Clearance by hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #6 NSOR certificate is dated 2-18-25, which is after hire date (see LIS code sheet). 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. Facility Person #5 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: All new staff will have all required clearances and paperwork before being allowed to work with children. All start dates with children will be noted. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  4. Medium risk9/29/2025

    HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv))

    The file for Staff Person #7 who was identified as an assistant group supervisor was lacking verification of two years experience with children. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. 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: All staff will be required to have proof of hours in their file before being labeled as an assistant group supervisor. Any not having the required hours will be an aide. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  5. Medium-High riskStandard 129/29/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

    The file for Staff Person #1 contains a health assessment dated 9-17-25, which is after their hire date (see LIS code sheet). The file for Staff Person #5 was lacking a health assessment and tuberculin skin test by their first date working with children (see LIS code sheet). 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 Person #1 has current health assessment on file. Staff person #5 received a health assessment and TB test on 10/23/25 Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/23/2025
  6. Medium risk9/29/2025

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    The files for Staff Person #2, Staff Person #3, Staff Person #4 and Staff Person #5 were lacking two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person, by their first day working with children. (See LIS code sheet) Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: All staff obtained the required 2 non-family references. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  7. Medium-High risk1/27/2025

    Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.192(2)(iii))

    The file for Staff Person #1 includes verification of Pediatric First Aid/CPR training dated 6/4/24, after the expiration date of 5/31/24. 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. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Staff was trained 4 days late. Staff has their current CPR and First Aid notification card. We will make sure all staff is trained in a timely manner, Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/27/2025
  8. Medium risk1/27/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    It was observed in the downstairs infant room that there was an outlet receptacle without a protective receptable cover. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: The receptacle was immediately covered and will remain covered at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/27/2025
  9. Medium-High riskStandard 121/27/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

    The 2 most recent health assessments on file for Staff Person #2 were dated 7/12/22 and 8/6/24, more than 24 months apart. 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 received their physical 24 days past their former physical or 6 days before it was due. Staff has a current physical now. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/27/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/26/2024

    Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))

    Upon review of the facility fire alarm testing log, the last documented alarm testing occurred on 8.20.24. 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 fire alarm system will be checked every 30 days, a fire alarm test was completed 11/27/24 and will be done monthly. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/13/2024
  2. Medium-High risk11/26/2024

    Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

    Upon review of the facility fire drill log, the last documented fire drill occurred on 8.29.24. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: staff will do a fire drill every 30-60 days going forward. a firedrill was completed the next day Nov. 27, 2024. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/13/2024
  3. Medium risk11/26/2024

    No harsh language (3270.113(d))

    Based upon interviews with Staff at the facility it was verified that Staff Person #1 used harsh and abusive language that included a profanity regarding children in care at the facility. Children were present in the area preparing for dismissal. Requirement: A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children. Correction: The former employee was terminated immediately. No Staff is permitted to use foul language, profanity or curse words. All Staff have been reminded of this policy. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/16/2024

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6Recent Violations
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$860/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: INDIANA, Indiana County
  • Capacity: 47
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 0

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