Cliffords Classroom LLC is a certified child care center in Gilbert, PA, with capacity for 28 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 40 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 40). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #44 of 60 centers in Monroe County and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The CPSL and regulation requires staff to update clearances at least every 60 months. Staff #1 did not update the following clearances at least every 60 months: FBI (previous 9/14/17, current 1/27/23) and NSOR (previous 3/11/20, current 7/1/25). Staff #2 did not update the following clearances at least every 60 months: State police (previous 10/11/16, current 6/27/22), Child abuse (previous 10/20/16, current 7/1/22) and FBI (previous 10/11/16, current 6/30/22).
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A physical site review was conducted. Child #1 requires an epi pen to be located at the facility due to an allergy. At the time of the inspection when the epi pen was found, the facility did not have on file parental consent for the administration of this medication.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. At the time of this inspection, an updated health assessment for Staff #3 was requested for review. The last health assessment in the file was dated 7/22/22 and the facility was unable to provide the updated health assessment at the time of this inspection. Regulation requires staff to update their health assessment at least every 24 months.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. Regulation requires staff to update their pediatric first aid/CPR training prior to their current certification expiring. Staff #3 had taken pediatric first aid/CPR training on 8/2/22 and this training expired August 2024. At the time of this inspection, Staff #3 did not have current pediatric first aid/CPR training.
A renewal inspection occurred at the facility on 7/31/25. A review of staff files was conducted. Staff #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 10/28/15. Staff #1 updated this training on 7/28/21.
Staff person #3 did not have the NJ Child Abuse clearance on file and has also resided there in the previous 5 years. Staff person #3 admitted to moving to Pennsylvania in May 2021.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency plan on file did not contain 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.
Several cleaners were observed in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the kitchen area. In the back area which is used by children to go to the play space, spray cans of sunscreen and hand sanitizer were observed on a table. Both of these areas were accessible to children walking through these areas.
There was no visual identification on the glass front entrance doors to the facility.
In the Preschool room, a green, child-size sofa was observed in front of an exit. In the Junior Preschool room, blue stackable chairs were observed in front of an exit. Both of these exits are a means of egress and were obstructed.
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The health report for child #5 does not include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
A bottle of Hyland's Cold & Cough for child #6 was observed. The medication was stamped from the manufacturer that it expired on 1/2024.
Staff person #2 had a current health assessment dated 6/25/24 with a previous health assessment dated 11/3/21. This was not updated within 24 months as required. Staff person #4 did not have a current health assessment on file. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file dated 5/31/22.
The emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers and toddlers were present in the facility.
Child #2 does not have a health report on file and has been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days (see LIS code sheet for date of admission).
Staff person #1 and staff person #2 have not completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR training within the last 24 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on file being dated 6/20/22.
There was no daily schedule posted in the Jr Preschool child care space.
The parent handbook did not include a policy for supervision.
The agreements on file for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5 did not include the services being provided to the child. There was no assessment form providing information to the family about the child's growth and development on file for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5.
The agreement for child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #4 did not include the work address and phone number of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form for child #3 does not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During review of fire drill log on 4/24/23 cert rep observed that the last documented fire drill was done on 8/13/22. Provider stated that they are done within every 60 days, but she did not write them on the log.
During review of fire alarm test log on 4/24/23 cert rep observed that the last documented fire alarm test was done on 10/13/22. Provider stated that the alarm is tested at least every 30 days, but she did not write them on the log.
STAFF # 1, 2, 3 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health & safety training by 12/30/22.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed all 4 staff files. Staff # 3 (see code sheet for start date) applied for NSOR on 7/20/2021. The verification letter is not in file.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed facility emergency plan. The plan did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises and a 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.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep observed damaged paint under the window between the cubbies in the preschool room.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep observed a picnic table in the outdoor play area that had a lot of splintered wood. Cert rep also observed a wooden bench with a broken slat. The picnic table and bench were accessible to the children.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep observed that none of the cots were labeled in the preschool and OT rooms.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep asked provider about children's lunches. Provider stated lunches are brought from home and kept in lunchboxes with ice packs, but not put in refrigerator.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed facility emergency plan. The plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 there was no documentation of an annual emergency drill on file.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed the facility emergency plan. There was no specific plan for shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility and shelter at locations away from the facility premises. There was also no specific plan for evacuation of children from the facility building and evacuation of children to a location away from the facility premises.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed facility emergency plan. The plan was last submitted to county emergency management agency on 7/17/2018.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 provider did not have verification of annual notification to local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 there was no written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed several children's files. CHILD # 1 emergency contact form was dated 1/14/22 and financial agreement was dated 1/20/22. Both review dates are more than 6 months ago. CHILD # 2 emergency contact and financial agreement were dated 7/23/21. Both review dates are more than 6 months ago.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed all 4 staff files. Staff # 3 (see code sheet for start date) had one written nonfamily reference in file.
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep reviewed all 4 staff files. Staff # 1 (see code sheet for start date) had 10 hours of annual child care training. Staff # 2 (see code sheet for start date) had 2 hours of annual child care training.
“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.) | $42.00 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $42.00 | $42.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.00 | $39.00 |
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 Cliffords Classroom LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Jul 31, 2025 (background checks): “A renewal inspection occurred at the facility. A review of staff files was conducted. The CPSL and regulation requires staff to update clearances at least every 60 months. Staff #1 did not update the following…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Cliffords Classroom LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Cliffords Classroom LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Cliffords Classroom LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 9, 2023. 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 Cliffords Classroom LLC compare with other daycares in Monroe County?
It is #44 of 60 centers in Monroe County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Cliffords Classroom LLC last inspected?
Jul 22, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Cliffords Classroom LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $42.00 for young toddler, $42.00 for older toddler, $39.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Cliffords Classroom LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Cliffords Classroom 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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