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Bloom and Grow ELC LLC · Bloomsburg

6850 Lows Rd, Bloomsburg, PA 17815 · Columbia County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Bloom and Grow ELC LLC is a certified child care center in Bloomsburg, PA, with capacity for 141 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it once. The state cited 20 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 20). All 20 came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. It has too few inspections so far for a statewide comparison.

Inspection record

Not enough history Pennsylvania has inspected this center once since Aug 16, 2021. Centers are compared once they have at least 2 inspections.
1 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
1 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
20 citations from 1 state visit since Aug 16, 2021 · 20 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 12, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 12, 2026 · 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 9
Emergency preparedness 4
Health & medication 3
Building & playground safety 2
Background checks 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 was hired provisionally and did not have a disclosure statement on file as is required, Staff #1 also did not obtain a PA State Police clearance until 5/12/26 and did not obtain a NSOR until 5/13/26.and was working in direct care with children since hire (See LIS Code Sheet for DOH).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “1. Staff #1 has all required clearances on file at present. Staff will be hired with all necessary clearances, documents, health assessments TB screenings, and trainings prior to direct care with children. Correction date 6/18/26. 2. The facility director and any other persons involved in the…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The emergency plan did not include continuity of operations during and after an emergency that includes continuing daily operations, backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership, and the emergency plan was not yet finalized. The Better Kid Care Emergency Plan training was introduced, discussed and subsequently completed resulting in a full Emergency Plan including continuity of operations during and after an emergency…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
The inspector reviewed the emergency plan and found that it was missing a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership, and the emergency plan was not yet finalized. The Better Kid Care Emergency Plan training was introduced, discussed and subsequently completed resulting in a full Emergency Plan that includes methods for facility persons to contact parents as…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Chipped paint accessible to children was observed in the main hallway, preschool prep classroom, and school age classroom (chips on poles in room).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership, and while doing so renovations and updating was occurring including repainting. The chipped paint areas in the hallway, preschool prep classroom, and school aged room have been painted.”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the outdoor play areas, a broken slide with rough edges and netting belonging to a climber were observed accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The slide was immediately removed, and the netting will be removed from the bottom of the climber by the end of the day.”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)
The file for child #7 last had a health assessment on file dated 1/24/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and will ensure that all child health assessments are on file at enrollment and ongoing as required to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information including timely health assessments. The file for child #7 has a…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Staff #1had been working in direct care since hire (see LIS Code Sheet for DOH) and did not have a health assessment and TB screening on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “Staff #1 will have a health assessment and TB screening on file by 7/1/26.”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
The facility did not have safe routes posted by the operator at a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership and posting all necessary documents on the parent board. Safe routes have since been placed on the parent board at the center.”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The emergency plan was missing accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership, and the emergency plan was not yet finalized. The Better Kid Care Emergency Plan training was introduced, discussed and subsequently completed resulting in a full Emergency Plan that includes accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
The inspector reviewed the emergency plan and found that it was missing lock-down accommodations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 18, 2026): “The facility was in the process of changing ownership, and the emergency plan was not yet finalized. The Better Kid Care Emergency Plan training was introduced, discussed and subsequently completed resulting in a full Emergency Plan including lock-down accommodations.”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The file for child #1 did not have the required initial health report on file since admission (see LIS Code Sheet for DOA).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and will ensure that all child health assessments are on file at enrollment to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information including timely health assessments. The file for child #1 has a current health…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The files for children #3 and #6 had agreements that were not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #3…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
Child file #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The file for child #3 has…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The files for child #2, #3, #7, were missing child service reports and the file for child #8 last had a child service report on 5/2/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state child service report forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #2, #3, and #7…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
The file for child #2 was missing the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The file for child #2 has…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
The files for children #5, #6 and #9 were missing admission dates on the facility agreement forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #5…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Child file #2, #4, and #5 were all missing the required health insurance policy number. Child files #4 and #5 were missing the required health insurance coverage information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #2…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Child file #4, #5, #6 were all missing the address of their respective release person(s). Child file #4 was also missing the release person(s) telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #4…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The files for children #1, #3, #4, #7, and #9 did not update the emergency contact, and agreement forms every six months as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The files for children #1…”
Citation Jun 12, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
Child file #2 was missing the required signatures for emergency medical care and the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 8, 2026): “The facility is in the process of changing ownership and is moving away from the existing child file paperwork and moving to the utilization of state emergency contact and agreement forms to ensure that all files are up to date and accurate, with no missing information. The file for child #2 was…”

“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) $46.00 $46.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $46.00 $46.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $46.00 $46.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.00 $46.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $46.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $46.00 $25.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $46.00 $25.00

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 141 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jul 8, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 10, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Bloom And Grow ELC LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (570) 784-4769
State certificate # CER-00258052
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Common questions

Has Bloom and Grow ELC 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 12, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 was hired provisionally and did not have a disclosure statement on file as is required, Staff #1 also did not obtain a PA State Police clearance until 5/12/26 and did not obtain a NSOR until 5/13/26.and was…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Bloom and Grow ELC LLC?

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

What is Bloom and Grow ELC LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 10, 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.

When was Bloom and Grow ELC LLC last inspected?

Jun 12, 2026 (initial review). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Bloom and Grow ELC LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.00 for newborn, $46.00 for infant, $46.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Bloom and Grow ELC LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Bloom And Grow ELC LLC.

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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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