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Cliffords Classroom LLC

1364 Route 209, Gilbert, PA 18331 · Monroe County
Keystone STAR 1

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.

Inspection record

More citations than 71% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#44 of 60 centers in Monroe County
3 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
40 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 22, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 22, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jul 31, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jul 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 26, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Apr 24, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 25, 2022 · 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 8
Health & medication 7
Building & playground safety 6
Training & qualifications 5
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 31, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Staff will update their clearances in the future as required by the CPSL and regulation. Copies of these clearances will be maintained in the staff files for review at any time.”
Citation Jul 31, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Facility will have the family complete a medication log that also contains written consent for administration of the medication and will keep this medication log with the child's epi pen.”
Citation Jul 31, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Will obtain an updated health assessment for the staff and will provide this updated health assessment for review. This updated health assessment will be filed in the staff file for review at any time.”
Citation Jul 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Staff will be supervised by a staff who has current pediatric first aid/CPR training until this staff is able to schedule and participate in pediatric first aid/CPR training. A copy of the current certification will be placed for filing in the staff's file.”
Citation Jul 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2025): “Staff will participate in updated mandated reporter training. A copy of this updated training will then be maintained in the staff's file.”
Core safety Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Staff #3 has requested the NJ Child Abuse clearance and will not return to work at center until it is obtained.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Plan of continuity of operations was added to the Emergency Plan.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Lock on kitchen cabinet was switched to ON. Sunscreen and hand sanitizer were put on a high shelf in closet.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
There was no visual identification on the glass front entrance doors to the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Decals will be added to the glass on the front door.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “The couch from Preschool room was moved over away from the door. Chairs in Junior Preschool class were removed and put in a different location.”
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Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Child #5 had statement that child is free from contagious or communicable disease added to health report.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Medication was disposed of.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Staff #4 will have an updated health assessment on 8/02/2024.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The emergency plan did not include accommodations for toddlers and toddlers were present in the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “A plan for accommodations for toddlers was added to the accommodations for children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Child #2 will obtain the first page of health report from her doctor.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Staff #1 completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR training on 7/9/2024 and is able to supervise Staff #2 until their CPR is completed. Staff person #2 will complete Ped First Aid/CPR training.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
There was no daily schedule posted in the Jr Preschool child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Copy of the daily schedule was printed and posted in the Junior Preschool classroom.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)/3270.121(b)
The parent handbook did not include a policy for supervision.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “A policy for supervision was added to the parent handbook.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Agreements were updated with services provided for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5. Assessment form providing information to the family about the child's growth and development is on file for child #1, child #2, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
The agreement for child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “The agreement for child #2 was updated with information from the emergency contact specifying who child can be released to.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Emergency contact form for child #1, child #3 and child #4 has been updated with the work information of the enrolling parent.”
Citation Jul 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 13, 2024): “Emergency contact form for child #3 was updated by parent to include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Apr 24, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Provider conducted a fire drill during the inspection on 4/24/23 at 11:23 am and documented it on the fire drill log.”
Citation Apr 24, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Fire alarm system was tested during the inspection on 4/24/23 at 11:23 am. Provider documented this on the fire alarm test log.”
Citation Apr 24, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
STAFF # 1, 2, 3 did not complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health & safety training by 12/30/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2023): “STAFF #1, 2, 3 will have until May 10, 2023, to complete the required one-hour 2022 update to the health & safety training.”
Core safety Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Staff # 3 will not return to work until NSOR letter is given to provider.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will 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…”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep observed damaged paint under the window between the cubbies in the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will repair the damaged paint.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2022): “Provider will remove or barricade the damaged table as it is attached to concrete braces. Provider will repair or remove the damaged bench.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 cert rep observed that none of the cots were labeled in the preschool and OT rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will label all cots so that each child has their own cot.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Sufficient number of refrigerators 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(g)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2022): “Provider will put items from children's lunches that require refrigeration in the facility refrigerator.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will add accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions to the emergency plan.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 7/27/22 there was no documentation of an annual emergency drill on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill before 8/12/22 and provide documentation using the form given by cert rep.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will create an emergency plan that includes accommodations 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 and accommodations for evacuation of children from the facility building and…”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will submit the emergency plan to county and local emergency management agencies before 8/12/22 and document submission on form provided by cert rep.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Provider will notify 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.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Provider will create and post a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 18, 2022): “Provider will have parents of Child # 1 & 2 update/review emergency contact & financial agreements.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Staff # 3 will submit a second written nonfamily reference.”
Citation Jul 25, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 19, 2022): “Staff # 1 will complete 2 hours of child care training and Staff # 2 will complete 10 hours of child care training by 8/12/22.”

“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

Capacity 28 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 29, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 9, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Cliffords Classroom LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 681-2826
State certificate # CER-00260204
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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.

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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