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Apple Pie Long Lane

67 Long Ln, Upper Darby, PA 19082 · Delaware County
4 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Apple Pie Long Lane is a certified child care center in Upper Darby, PA, with capacity for 232 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 21 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (5 of 21). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #20 of 31 centers in Upper Darby and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 56% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #20 of 31 centers in Upper Darby
9 Core-safety citations
12 Other citations
5 Inspections
4 Complaint investigations that found violations
21 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 1, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 18, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Dec 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 12, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 21, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found May 1, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Nov 16, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 19, 2022 · Inspection · no citation Apr 4, 2022 · Report/investigation · no citation Nov 18, 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

Records & paperwork 5
Supervision 4
Training & qualifications 3
Background checks 2
Caregiver conduct 2
Food & feeding 2
Building & playground safety 1
Staff ratios 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-hired 9/8/25-NSOR not completed prior to working with children-9/10/25)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2025): “We will revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the CPSL hiring requirements to ensure that all facility persons (new and existing) have the required CPSL clearance documents within the required timeframes in accordance with the CPSL.”
Citation Oct 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
One child's record did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#1)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “A current up-to-date child service report will be completed and submitted for the indicated child/children. We will ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation.”
Citation Jul 18, 2025 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
On 7/14/25, a child sustained an injury while in care and the facility failed to provide the parent an original report of the incidents on the day of the incident (#1)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2026): “We will ensure that parents are notified of the incident on the date of the occurrence and provided the original report on the day of the incident. We will revise and submit written policies and procedures to ensure that parents are given the original incident report on the date of the incident.”
Core safety Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
One staff person was observed caring for a child and their record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training (10 hour) required prior to working with children unsupervised (#1).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “Staff person will complete the CCDBG training that is required prior to working with children unsupervised. We will submit written verification of the completed training.”
Core safety Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#6-hired 2/12/24- no proof of request for NSOR and prior to date of hire and NSOR not completed within 45 days-completed 11/22/24)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We will revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the CPSL hiring requirements to ensure that all staff/facility persons (new and existing) have the required CPSL clearance documents within the required timeframes in accordance with the CPSL.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
The facility lacked written verification of comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises. The document submitted indicated that it was not general liability insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We will obtain and submit written verification of the facility's comprehensive general liability insurance. We will ensure that a current copy of the insurance policy is on file at the facility.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
One staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual fire safety training. (#3)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “Staff will complete fire safety training and written verification of the completed training will be submitted.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
One staff person was observed caring for a child and their record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training (10 hour) required within 90 days of hire and prior to working with children unsupervised (#1).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “Staff person will complete the CCDBG training that is required prior to working with children unsupervised. We will submit written verification of the completed training. We will ensure that the required CCDBG is completed within 90 days of hire.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(1)
Two staff person's record did not contain written verification that their bachelor`s degree was in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field. (#2-transcript was illegible) (#4- no verification in file)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We will obtain and submit a copy of the staff's person's .We will ensure that all staff records have written verification of education and experience for their positions.”
Citation Dec 11, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
One facility person's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#4)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 29, 2025): “We will obtain and submit the required written references as specified for the identified staff person. We will ensure that all facility staff records contain written references as specified.”
Core safety Sep 12, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 8/20/24, a child was not being properly supervised when staff person was not able to see, hear direct or assess the child who was sleeping behind a cubby/shelf.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “We have taken measures to ensure that children are properly supervised at all times including posting visible stop and count signs and using a transitional plan using name to face cards. We will arrange for all facility staff to receive at least 2 hours of DHS approved training in proper…”
Core safety Sep 12, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
On 8/20/24, Staff person did not know the whereabouts of a child in her care who had fallen asleep behind a cubby shelf with a blind spot.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 23, 2024): “We have taken measures to ensure that children are properly supervised at all times including a system for each staff person to be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. We will arrange for all facility staff to receive DHS approved training in proper supervision of…”
Core safety Jun 21, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On 5/30/24, a child was left alone and unattended in the gym for approximately an hour. The staff person responsible for the supervision of the child was unaware of the child was missing until the parent came to pick up her child. (child #1) (staff #1)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2024): “We have taken measures to ensure that children are properly supervised at all times including posting visible stop and count signs and using a transitional plan using name to face cards. We will arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of DHS approved training regarding…”
Core safety May 1, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)
On 4/5/24, a preschool age child was singled out and ridiculed in front of other children when the child was placed, strapped and restrained in a young toddler feeding chair while observed by other children who were seated in age-appropriate preschool chairs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The child was removed from the toddler chair. Staff were informed that this action was inappropriate and prohibited. The legal entity will arrange for all staff persons to receive hands-on DHS approved training in supervision of children that includes that facility persons may single out the child…”
Core safety May 1, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
On 4/5/24, a preschool age child was placed and strapped in a young toddler feeding chair restraining the child's movement because child was misbehaving by climbing on shelves and throwing items.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The child was removed from the chair. Staff were informed to cease using the toddler feeding chairs to restrict children's movement. Develop and submit written policies regarding the prohibition of restraining children. Notify all facility staff persons of this policy. All facility staff will be…”
Citation May 1, 2024 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The door in the preschool classroom was in disrepair and presented a visible hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The door will be repaired. We will ensure that all surfaces in the facility are in good repair and submit adequate written documentation verifying the door repair.”
Core safety Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
On 1/10/24 at approximately 3:15pm, staff person #1 was observed caring for a group of 13 preschool age children in the preschool classroom. Staff person #2 left the space to take a child to the bathroom before returning. Staff person #1 verified the ages of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “We will ensure that staff/child ratios are maintained at all times. We have taken measures to ensure that staff/child ratios are in compliance including during times of transition and toileting. We will revise and submit a written staffing and child transition plan that include nap arrangements to…”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
An infant bottle observed in the infant room/main child care space was not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2024): “The bottle was immediately labeled with the child's name. We will ensure that all children's bottles are properly labeled. We will revise and submit written policy and practice for labeling bottles when the labels wear off of if parents forget to label the bottles.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
There was no record of emergency drills being conducted annually at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 7, 2024): “We will conduct an emergency drill and ensure that they are conducted as annually as specified in this regulation.”
Citation Nov 16, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
The operator did not 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 11, 2024): “We will 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. This information will be posted in a conspicuous location for parents to see.”
Citation Nov 18, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During renewal inspection, cert rep observed missing thermometer in the refrigerator located in the infant classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2021): “Provider replaced the missing thermometer in the refrigerator located in the infant classroom.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Jul 18, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Sep 12, 2024 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jun 21, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found May 1, 2024 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $67.50 $49.25
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $67.50 $49.25
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $63.75 $47.28
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $60.50 $44.75
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $56.50 $42.25
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $48.50 $34.25
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $48.50 $34.25

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 232 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 30, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Aug 16, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Apple Pie Long Lane INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–7:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 461-6708
State certificate # CER-00248095
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Apple Pie Long Lane had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 9 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 1, 2025 (background checks): “The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-hired 9/8/25-NSOR not…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Apple Pie Long Lane?

Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Apple Pie Long Lane’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Aug 16, 2026. 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 Apple Pie Long Lane compare with other daycares in Upper Darby?

It is tied for #20 of 31 centers in Upper Darby 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 Apple Pie Long Lane last inspected?

Oct 1, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Apple Pie Long Lane cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $67.50 for newborn, $67.50 for infant, $63.75 for young toddler, $60.50 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Apple Pie Long Lane?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Apple Pie Long Lane INC.

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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