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Clarks Childcare Services Llc

Springville, PA · Susquehanna County
Wood Rd, Springville, PA 18844
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (570) 965-2182
Wood Rd
Springville, PA 18844
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00251077
License Issued
Mar 27, 2026
Active Through
Mar 27, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 12

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Clarks Childcare Services Llc is a Family Child Care in Springville PA, with a maximum capacity of 12 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 5:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3) - Immunization record/Dismissal policy Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(d)(5)/3280.131(e)(3)

Description: Immunization record/Dismissal policy

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Child #1's immunization record indicates the child does not have an MMR or Varicella vaccine and no exemption letter is in child's file. This is not in accordance with the ACIP recommended schedule.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in childcare group settings). Child #1 will be removed from care by close of business on 12/17/25 until either the vaccination record is updated according to the ACIP recommended schedule or the parent provides an exemption letter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator contacted the parent and dismissed the child from care at close of business. The parent provided an exemption letter.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. Staff person(s) #1-3 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the mandated reporter trainings on file dated: Staff #1: 8/3/20 & 11/12/25; Staff #2: 5/31/16 & 8/8/21; and Staff #3: 12/2/18 & 8/1/24. The operator admitted that all three staff were providing care. Staff person #4 did not update their NSOR clearance every 60 months as required by the CPSL. This is evidenced by the previously documented NSOR clearance on file being dated 11/26/19 and their current NSOR clearance is dated 2/11/25. The operator admitted that staff #4 was providing care to children with an expired clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). The CPSL requires all clearances and mandated reporter training to be updated every 60 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1-3 had current mandated reporter trainings on file and staff #4 had a current NSOR clearance on file. The operator will create a staff spread sheet and post it in the office with clearance expiration dates and mandated reporter expiration dates. The operator will review twice a year and will notify staff when they need to update their clearances or mandated reporter training.
2025-12-17 Renewal 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) - FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.95(a)/3280.95(b)

Description: FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: A renewal inspection was conducted on 12/17/25. The fire drill log indicates that the alarms are tested during each fire drill. The log indicates the alarms were tested more than 30 days apart on four occasions, 3/6/25 to 4/14/25, 5/13/25 to 6/18/25, 7/25/25 to 8/28/25, and 10/15/25 to 11/20/25.

Correction Required: 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 primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The operator will place dates on a calendar each month to ensure that smoke detectors are tested every 30 days instead of monthly.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain telephone number for child's physician.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will update the emergency contact form physician's telephone number.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Children # 1, # 2 and # 3 did not contain parents work information.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will update the emergency contact form with their work information.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Emergency contact form for Child # 1 did not contain address for release persons.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Parent will update the emergency contact form with address of release persons.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: Facility's Emergency Plan does not address continuity of operations in the event of an emergency.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The emergency plan will be updated with continuity of operations.
2025-03-14 Renewal 3280.26(a)(5) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.26(a)(5)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: Facility's emergency plan does not contain accommodations for infants and toddlers.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Accommodations for infants and toddlers will be added to the emergency plan.
2024-11-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24. On 11/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA.

Correction Required: 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 11/22/24 a new application was submitted to DEP and has been accepted as a complete application. Modifications have been made to the well and water has been tested. WE are currently waiting for the results, this should be the final set to compliance with SWDA.
2024-11-15 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: Files for Staff # 1 and # 2 were not in compliance with CPSL regulations. File for Staff # 1 contained a Department of Justice FBI clearance. File for Staff # 3 did not contain an FBI clearance and the mandated reporter training.

Correction Required: 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 and # 2may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff # 1 and # 2 will not work in childcare until their clearances are complete.
2024-05-23 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. On 11/21/23, it was determined the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS. An acceptable plan was received on 11/22/22 with a correction date of 5/23/23. On 5/24/23, the Cert Rep confirmed that the facility is still not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/30/23 with a correction date of 11/21/23. On 11/22/23, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 11/30/23 with a correction date of 5/23/24. On 5/23/24, Cert. Rep. confirmed that the operator is not in compliance with the SDWA. An acceptable plan was received on 5/28/24 with a correction date of 11/22/24.

Correction Required: 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 1 did not contain health insurance policy number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact form was updated by parent with medical insurance policy number.
2024-04-22 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: Emergency Contact Form for Child # 2 did not contain address for release persons.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Emergency contact form was updated by parents with address for release persons.
2023-11-22 Unannounced Monitoring 3280.14/3280.69(b) - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.69(b)

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Drinking water available

Noncompliance Area: Facility is a Group Home with a capacity of 12 children. The building also contains a second Group Home, owned by the same operator, with a capacity of 12 children. On 8/29/22, operator reports during inspection that between children and staff for both Group Homes more than 25 people are served daily on a regular basis. Facilities that serve more than 25 people per day must be a regulated Public Water System (PWS) and have a letter issued by the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) verifying compliance with the Safe Water Drinking Act (SWDA). The operator had previously submitted an attestation to the PA Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) that the facility serves less than 25 people per day. On 11/17/22 Cert. Rep. confirmed with PA DEP that the operator is required to be a regulated PWS and that a field order was issued by DEP for violations and requiring "Do Not Drink" drinking water measures. An acceptable plan was received with a correction date of 5/22/24. As of 11/22/23, the operator does not have proof from DEP indicating compliance with the SDWA as an approved PWS.

Correction Required: 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. Safe drinking water shall be made available to children of all ages throughout the day. Operator must comply with The Department of Environmental Protection field order regarding the "do not drink" drinking water warning and supplying an alternate source of water for consumption.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Will post do not drink water signs over sink and provide bottled water.
2023-09-19 Unannounced Monitoring Unannounced Monitoring Compliant - Finalized

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