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The Learning Lamp Center For Children At Apvt

Ebensburg, PA · Cambria County
948 Benjamin Franklin Hwy, Ebensburg, PA 15931
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Quick Facts

Capacity
57 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
4

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Contact Information

📞 (814) 262-0732
948 Benjamin Franklin Hwy
Ebensburg, PA 15931
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00259978
License Issued
Aug 18, 2026
Active Through
Dec 8, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 6

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About the Provider

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The Learning Lamp Center For Children At Apvt is a Child Care Center in Ebensburg PA, with a maximum capacity of 57 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-08-18 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2026-06-02 Change in Location Capacity Change in Location Capacity Compliant - Finalized
2026-01-07 Change in Location Capacity 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: Observed 3 urinals and 1 stall that lacked handwashing signs in the men's bathroom near Room 204.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing signs were posted while certification representative was onsite.
2025-10-17 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: 2nd citation. Previously cited on 9/15/25. The facility was unable to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 8/12/24 and 9/3/25. The inspection report dated 9/3/25 indicated some of the fire detection system failed, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A letter from the fire alarm inspection company will be submitted showing that all deficiencies have been corrected.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: The files of Children #2 and #3 lacked child service reports completed at least once every 6 months. The file of Child #2 contained child service reports dated 10/28/24, 2/3/25, and 9/10/25. The file of Child #3 contained child service reports dated 7/18/24, 2/28/25, and 9/10/25.

Correction Required: 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 in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child service reports were completed for both children 9/10/25.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(8) - Age appropriate screenings complete Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(8)

Description: Age appropriate screenings complete

Noncompliance Area: The health report for Child #1 did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The doctor marked the box that states the child has received age-appropriate screenings. He also signed and dated the physical form in that area.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3) - Exam communicable disease Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)

Description: Exam communicable disease

Noncompliance Area: The file of Volunteer #4 lacked an adult health assessment which included an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Student has moved to another state and is no longer a volunteer in our program.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Volunteers have received their 2 letters of reference for their files.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.27(a)(2) - Emergency plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(a)(2)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: The facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.

Correction Required: The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises. The evacuation routes and evacuation plans to exit the building may be the same as those required by §3270.94 (relating to fire drills).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Evacuation route was added to the 3-part emergency plan on September 16, 2025. The plan was emailed out on 9/17/25 and mailed out on 9/19/25.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 lacked documentation of emergency plan training at the time of initial service in a child care setting (SEE LIS Code Sheet). The files of Volunteers #1, #2, #3, and #4 contained documentation of emergency plan training completed on 9/5/25.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Volunteers received the emergency plan training.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: The file of Staff #5 lacked a State Police Clearance updated every 60 months. The file of Staff #5 contained a State Police Clearance dated 8/11/25 with a previous one dated 6/5/20.

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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #5 updated her State Police Clearance on 8/11/25.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: On 9/15/25 observed loose base trim to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Base trim was glued back onto the wall.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: On 9/15/25 observed approximately a 6-inch section of chipped drywall to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room. On 9/15/25 observed approximately two 1-inch sections of chipped drywall to the right of the shelf containing blocks in the Preschool Room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The area will be repaired and painted and then a piece of corner board will be placed over the corner of the wall to protect it from damage.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: On 9/15/25 the middle stall in the women's bathroom lacked a handwashing sign.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing sign was replaced.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) - Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance Non Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

Description: Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

Noncompliance Area: The facility was unable to provide written documentation that the fire detection system was tested annually by a fire safety professional. The facility provided documentation that the fire detection system was inspected by a fire safety professional on 8/12/24 and 9/3/25. The inspection report dated 9/3/25 indicated some of the fire detection system failed, and the facility was unable to provide documentation that the system had been repaired and passed with a follow-up inspection.

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 Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Batteries were replaced in house and a new report with documentation stating that the system was repaired and passed was requested. 9/15/25. This documentation will be provided at return inspection.

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