A Childs World Developmental Centers
A Childs World Developmental Centers is a certified child care center in Langhorne, PA, with capacity for 154 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 36 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 36). 16 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 14 centers in Langhorne and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of inspection on 12/2/25, file of staff person #1 did not include current health report. Non-compliaance since 10/27/25.
At the time of inspection on 12/2/25, file of staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, health assessments of staff persons #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 were submitted for review. Upon follow-up with the respective physician offices, it was confirmed that the health assessments for these staff members had not been completed by those offices. Based on this verification, all five submitted health assessments have been determined to be fraudulent.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25 observed that emergency plan is not posted at a conspicuous location.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25 observed an electrical outlet near the door in Teal Toucans/Sunbeams and Orange Owls/Green Parrots rooms without protective receptacle cover.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25 first aid kit in Dynomites room was observed on the floor by the door and was accessible to children.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, the rug in the Reading center of Teetertots and Sunflowers room was stained and in need of cleaning. The rugs in the Reading and Math Manipulative centers in Dynomites room were stained and in need of cleaning. Rug in the Reading corner of Teal Toucans/Sunbeam room was stained and in need of cleaning. Rug in the Reading corner of Purple Penguins/Sunbeams, Orange Owls/Green Parrots, and Dramatic Play rooms were dirty and in need of cleaning. The floor in Dynomites and Orange Owls/Green Parrots rooms were dirty. Some metal nails were protruding from border, which surrounded wood chips on the preschool playground.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, chairs in Orange Owls/Green Parrots rooms were dirty. Dolls and stuffed animals in the Dramatic Play area, as well as in the Orange Owls and Green Parrots rooms, were dirty.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, it was observed that the depth of wood chips surrounding the outdoor equipment on the preschool playground were insufficiently covering the surface.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25 observed that the rest equipment in Teetertots and Sunflowers room was not labeled for the use of a specific child. Mat assignment in Dynomites room was missing.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, some refrigerators located in the rooms across the facility were dirty.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, file of child #5 did not include an updated health report. Health report on file was from 5/22/24.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, immunization record of child #4 did not include following immunization recommended by ACIP. Immunization record of child #4 did not include Rotavirus, HIB, PCV, Hepatitis A immunization, and 2nd/3rd dose of DTAP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #4.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, files of staff persons #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 did not have current health assessments.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, emergency contact form of children #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, staff person #1, who holds the position of the director, was not present during the renewal inspection with a valid photo identification.
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At the time of allocated unannounced inspection, health assessments of staff persons #1, #2, and #3 were submitted for review. Upon follow-up with the respective physician offices, it was confirmed that the health assessments for these staff members had not been completed by those offices. Based on this verification, all three submitted health assessments have been determined to be fraudulent.
At the time of allocated unannounced inspection, files of staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not have current health assessments.
At the time of inspection on 6/4/25, staff member 1 was observed entering the Sunflowers room alongside the certification representative and the director. Prior to her entering, there were nine children (ranging in age from older toddlers to preschoolers) in the room with only one staff member present, which is not in compliance with ratio standards.
At the time of inspection on 6/4/25, file of child #1 did not include an updated health report required at least every 12 months. Child health report on file was dated 2/10/24.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 included PA state police clearance that had status "Request Under Review" and was not complete. File of staff person #2 did not include the results of NJ child abuse clearance. Staff person #2 was not a provisional hire.
At the time of renewal inspection, first aid kit in Green Parrots and Purple Penguin rooms did not include medical tape.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that part of the vinyl tile in Green Parrot's bathroom was missing. The edges of the rugs in Green Peas and Dinomites rooms were frayed posing a tripping hazard. Rugs in Teal Toucans and Multipurpose room were stained and in need of cleaning.
At the time of renewal inspection observed dirty toys in Drama area.
At the time of renewal inspection, first aid kit in Green Parrots room included Hydrocortisone cream that expired on 2/2023, first aid kit in Teal Toucans room included Hydrocortisone cream that expired on 8/2023.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #3 did not include a complete health assessment.
At the time of renewal inspection observed a fire extinguisher located on the floor in the corner of Drama area and hallway. Fire extinguisher was accessible to children.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #4 did not include verification of education required for the position of an assistant group supervisor.
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact form of child #1 did not include parent work address and phone number.
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact from of child #2 and #3 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact forms were not updated in each child care space.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of unannounced inspection on 8/15/24, file of staff person #1 included child abuse clearance for volunteers.
At the time of inspection, observed chipped vinyl floor tiles near the sink in Pre-K, Dynamites, and Teal rooms. Rubber molding in the bathroom near Drama area came off the wall and laid near the toilet, toilet paper dispenser in the bathroom located in Pre-K room came off the wall leaving small holes in the fall. Toilet paper dispenser was on the floor. Caulk around the bathroom sink was peeling off making a visible hazard for children.
At the time of renewal inspection woodchips/mulch with a diameter of less than one inch were observed on the outdoor play space accessible to young and older toddlers, who were receiving care and were present on the outdoor play space.
At the time of the inspection, first aid kit in Dynamites room included hydrocortisone that was expired on 8/2023 and had to be discarded.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $72.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $72.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $69.00 | $69.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $69.00 | $35.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $69.00 | $35.00 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has A Childs World Developmental Centers had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Oct 27, 2025 (child protection): “At the time of renewal inspection on 10/30/25, health assessments of staff persons #2, #3, #4, #5 and #6 were submitted for review. Upon follow-up with the respective physician offices, it was confirmed that the health…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about A Childs World Developmental Centers?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at A Childs World Developmental Centers since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is A Childs World Developmental Centers’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Sep 28, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does A Childs World Developmental Centers compare with other daycares in Langhorne?
It is #12 of 14 centers in Langhorne by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was A Childs World Developmental Centers last inspected?
Dec 2, 2025 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does A Childs World Developmental Centers cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $72.00 for young toddler, $72.00 for older toddler, $69.00 for preschool, $69.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs A Childs World Developmental Centers?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is A Childs World Developmental Centers I.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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