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ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC

70 1/2 Mechanic St, Bradford, PA 16701 · McKean County
Keystone STAR 4

ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC is a certified child care center in Bradford, PA, with capacity for 103 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 21 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 21). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 6 centers in McKean County and has fewer citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#2 of 6 centers in McKean County
1 Core-safety citations
20 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
21 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Dec 12, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Dec 12, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jun 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jun 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Dec 13, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Dec 7, 2021 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 11
Records & paperwork 3
Training & qualifications 3
Health & medication 2
Supervision 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
It was observed that three children were behind tables and shelving with blankets over their heads during nap time leaving them not able to see, hear or assess.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “The school aged children were moved out of these areas (behind tables and shelving) and told to take the blankets off of their heads.”
Citation Jun 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
It was observed that two infants were sleeping in the same crib.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2025): “One twin was removed from the crib upon request. He was placed in his own crib at that time.”
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Arts and crafts non-toxic 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(e)
In the preschool room, it was observed shaving cream, aerosol mod podge and Alka seltzer tablets that were labeled "keep out of reach of children", in the arts and crafts cupboard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The observed shaving cream, mod podge and alka seltzer were disposed of.”
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
It was observed that large foam blocks in the toddler room had bite marks and pieces missing posing a choking hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The foam blocks were disposed of.”
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
The refrigerator thermometer in the kitchen was not working on the day of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The refrigerator thermometer was replaced.”
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
The Agreement on file for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not have documentation to specify the services that are to be considered extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The Extra services section was filled out.”
Citation Dec 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.183(a)
It was observed that the children's files were in a file cupboard that did not have a locking system.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 7, 2025): “The lock was replaced that day.”
Citation Dec 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
The Pre School-Aged Room's First aid kit was hanging on a low hook making the first aid kit accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2023): “This citation was cited and corrected during the inspection. The owner/operator relocated the hook and First-Aid Kit.”
Citation Dec 12, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)/3270.31(h)
The first aid certificates on file for staff #1 and #2 lacked documentation that the class included pediatric first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR class with a PQAS certified curriculum has been scheduled for December 18, 2023.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
In the infant's room, a Wi-FI box located above the pack and play needed to be better secured which posed a risk of injury. In the Pre-School Room, a pair of adult scissors and a box of thumbtacks were observed in the Preschool teacher's top, right-hand desk drawer which posed a puncture and cutting risk as they were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “The Wi-Fi box was anchored and secured to the wall.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On the teacher's desk in the Pre-School room was a bottle of hand sanitizer which stated, "Keep Out of the Reach of Children," which was accessible to children and not locked in a drawer or cabinet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “The hand sanitizer was moved to a locked drawer.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The facilities, water temperature was measured at 114 degrees which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Maintenance lowered the water temperature to 110 degrees.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
In the children's restroom in the main hallway and Pre-School restrooms, lacked handwashing signs above the toilets.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “Handwashing sign were placed above all toilets.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
A bookshelf in Early Learners Room near the main door, the front right corner is cracked which poses a pinch point or splinter hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “The bookshelf was fixed and sanded.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The two most recent Health Assessments for Staff #4 were dated more than 24-months apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “This citation was corrected with a health assessment dated: 05/09/2022.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The last two fire safety trainings in the file for Staff #1, #4, #5 and #6 are dated more than one year apart.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2023): “The staff have been notified that fire safety trainings will take place at least 30 days prior to expiration dates.”
Citation Dec 13, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff persons #3, #7, #8 and #9--- have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR. The curriculum and instructor were not PQAS Certified. Staff person #2--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training. Staff person #2's date of training was 02/04/2019 (6 HRS) and needs the updated 10 HR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “All staff have completed the necessary trainings.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The preschool room was observed having a hot water temperature of 120° F, exceeding the maximum hot water temperature of 110° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2022): “The hot water tank was adjusted and turned down. The owner/director will inspect the hot water tank 2x per year.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
The Early Learners child care space was observed having a hole in the wall plaster close to the reception window.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 21, 2021): “Painters tape was placed over the peeled tape until the painting is to be completed.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
The school-age child care space was observed having a portable space heater for heating of the child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “The heating system is going to be installed by a HVAC company.”
Citation Dec 7, 2021 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff #1 lacked two written nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 28, 2022): “2 letter of references were obtained and placed int he directors file.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $60.00 $35.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $60.00 $35.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $55.00 $30.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $30.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $55.00 $30.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $55.00 $30.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $55.00 $30.00

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

Capacity 103 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 27, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Nov 26, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (814) 596-0072
State certificate # CER-00249553
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Common questions

Has ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jun 18, 2025 (supervision): “It was observed that three children were behind tables and shelving with blankets over their heads during nap time leaving them not able to see, hear or assess.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Nov 26, 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 ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC compare with other daycares in McKean County?

It is #2 of 6 centers in McKean County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC last inspected?

Dec 12, 2025 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ABC Grow With Me Childcare LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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