SUMMIT UM CHURCH-YMCA PROGRAM

ERIE, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

3.7based on state inspection data
Capacity17
Est. price$1,140/mo

Contact information

Address1510 TOWNHALL RD W, ERIE, PA, 16509

CityERIE, PA 16509

CountyErie

Phone(814) 864-3275

Operating details

Capacity17

SubsidiesY

License dateMarch 31, 2026

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/31/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High0
  • Medium-High12
  • Medium7
  • Medium-Low6
  • Low0

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1510 TOWNHALL RD W, ERIE, PA, 16509, ERIE, PA 16509

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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. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  4. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/31/2026

  • High0
  • Medium-High5
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium risk3/31/2026

    Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3270.25(a))

    The certificate of compliance posted in the facility expired 12/20/2025. Requirement: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Correction: The current certificate of compliance will be printed and posted on the date that it is received after inspection moving forward. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/6/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/31/2026

    Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))

    Observed in the preschool room on the wall behind the whiteboard crumbling cement block and 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Teachers will plan ongoing checks of the wall surface to ensure that any bubbled, chipped or peeling areas are scrapped, cleaned and painted when repair is needed or items are taken down from the wall. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/10/2026
  3. Medium-Low risk3/31/2026

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    Observed in the preschool room on the wall by the whiteboard an electrical outlet that was lacking a protective cover and was accessible to children age 5 and under. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: Teachers will plan to do a walk through of the room in the morning before children arrive to check outlet covers and replace any that are missing. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/6/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk9/18/2025

    Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less (3270.65)

    Observed in the preschool classroom a power strip with 5 electrical outlets that were lacking protective covers. Requirement: Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger. Correction: We will put electrical outlet covers on the plugs that were lacking protective covers. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/18/2025

2024

  1. Medium-Low risk9/9/2024

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

    The fire system test log identified alarm tests exceeded 30 days between tests from 11/24/23 to 12/26/23 and again from 3/25/24 to 4/25/24. 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: Test fire system within the 30 day allotted time this school year. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/26/2023
  2. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

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

    The fire drill log identified that fire drills exceeded 60 days between drills from 9/1/23 to 11/1/23 and again from 2/26/24 to 5/29/24. 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: Complete fire drills in the 60 day time frame this school year. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/20/2024
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 129/9/2024

    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 current health assessment dated greater than 24 months after the previous health assessment. 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 member got health assessment on 9/3/2024. Staff members health assessment became over due at another site. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/3/2024
  4. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    Observed 2 ceiling tiles in the preschool room to be stained showing evidence of a water leak. 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: Replaced the ceiling tiles as of 9/18/2024, and the church Trustees will be checking for water damage. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/18/2024
  5. Medium-High risk9/9/2024

    Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

    The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet) contains a PA Health and Safety Update 2022 that was completed after the required date of 12/30/2022. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: Correction was made on June 10, 2024, at another site. Staff completed the training. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 6/10/2024

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

25Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,140/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: ERIE, Erie County
  • Capacity: 17
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 0

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