DEANNA F SMEAL FAMILY CHILD CARE HOME

CLEARFIELD, PAFamily Child Care HomeLicensed

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

Contact information

Address5514 PARK ST, CLEARFIELD, PA, 16830

CityCLEARFIELD, PA 16830

CountyClearfield

Phone(814) 765-5181

Operating details

Capacity6

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 14, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High17
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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Location

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5514 PARK ST, CLEARFIELD, PA, 16830, CLEARFIELD, PA 16830

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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: 12/16/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium risk12/16/2025

    Age and training/Required training (3290.31(f)/3290.192(4))

    The file for Staff #1 was observed not to have documentation of obtaining a minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Requirement: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. A facility person's record shall include records of training required by the Department. Correction: Training hours were done. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/25/2026
  2. Medium-High risk12/16/2025

    Emergency plan (3290.24(d))

    It was observed that the facility did not have documentation on file of conducting an annual Emergency drill. Requirement: Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility. Correction: An emergency drill we be done. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/16/2026
  3. Medium-High risk12/16/2025

    Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test (3290.151(c)(1)/3290.192(2))

    The most up to date health assessment on file for Staff #1 was observed to be greater than 24 months. This is evidence by the health assessment being dated 02/02/2023. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination. 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: Health assessments were done. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/25/2026
  4. Medium-High risk12/16/2025

    Services provided (3290.123(a)(3))

    The file for Child #1 was observed to not have documentation of a Service-Learning Report to provide to the family about the child's growth and development. 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 report was done for the child. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 2/25/2026
  5. Medium risk12/16/2025

    Has all items (3290.73(c))

    It was observed that the facility's first-aid kit did not contain soap. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: Soap was added to first-aid kit. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/27/2026

2024

  1. Medium risk12/13/2024

    Updated toddler/preschool health report: every 12 months/Current (3290.131(b)(2)/3290.181(b))

    The file for Child #1did not have documentation of an updated health assessment. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. Information in a child's record shall be kept current by the operator. Correction: A health assessment was done on 1/10/25 and put in the file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  2. Medium-High risk12/13/2024

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

    The Emergency contact form on file for Child #1 was observed not to have the 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: The address was added to the emergency contact form. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/31/2025
  3. Medium-High risk12/13/2024

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

    The file for Staff #1 was observed not to have a disclosure statement. 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: A disclosure statement was signed and put in file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 1/31/2025

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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: CLEARFIELD, Clearfield County
  • Capacity: 6
  • Type: Family Child Care Home
  • Years in operation: 0

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