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Copeland Run Academy

407 Lloyd Ave, Downingtown, PA 19335 · Chester County
Keystone STAR 1

Copeland Run Academy is a certified child care center in Downingtown, PA, with capacity for 47 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 24 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 24). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #15 of 23 centers in Downingtown and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#15 of 23 centers in Downingtown
4 Core-safety citations
20 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 30, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 30, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 10, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 6, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 4, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 23, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 12, 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 7
Building & playground safety 5
Emergency preparedness 4
Supervision 3
Training & qualifications 2
Transportation 1
Health & medication 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Apr 10, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection on 4/10/26, there was Decon 30 disinfectant cleaner in Room B that was accessible to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “I immediately moved the Decon 30 to an area inaccessible to children.”
Citation Apr 10, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
During the renewal inspection on 4/10/26, the trash cans in the 2 restrooms used by the children did not have lidded receptacles.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “I bought 2 new trash cans with lids for the restrooms.”
Citation Apr 10, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection on 4/10/26, in the Multi-Purpose Room, there were 2 bookshelves that where not secured to the wall and posed as a tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2026): “I installed brackets anchoring the 2 bookshelves to the walls.”
Citation Apr 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 4/11/25, the first-aid kit in Extended Room A did not have tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “I immediately added tape to the first-aid kit.”
Citation Apr 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 4/11/25, the emergency contact information for child #1 did not have the health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “I sent an e-mail to all families on 4/14/2025 stating "I wanted to inform you that we had our surprise inspection...I need your help with correcting this violation. I know the emergency forms are not the easiest thing to fill out, but the requirements are very specific for safety reasons. All…”
Citation Apr 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(e)
During the renewal inspection on 4/11/25, the emergency contact information for child #1 in the childcare space was dated 8/14/24 and was not updated to match the master file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “I will no longer try to conserve on paper and only copy updated emergency contact forms that have changes other than just the periodic review signature and date. I will make new copies of ALL updates on emergency contact forms and ensure that they are in all necessary master files.”
Core safety Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, staff person #1, identified as a an aide, was observed alone with the children during bathroom time.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Children will go to the bathroom all together as a group so aide can be supervised by a group assistant or higher.”
Core safety Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, staff person #1 was not able to identify/name the children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Group Supervisor has posted a list of who is responsible for which group of children. Staff can hold that card in their hand if they do not know each child's name.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, the provider did not have an emergency plan posted and accessible to the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Emergency plan will be printed and hung on the first bulletin board by the front door.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, the provider did not have pick-up and drop-off procedures posted conspicuously for the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Drop off and pick up procedures will be printed and hung on the first bulletin board by the front door.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
No more than 50% aides 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(b)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, the director indicated that 3 of the 4 staff members for the 2-year-old program were aides.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Had a staff member that was rank as an aide fill out a child work verification form and based on hours and years of service qualifies as an assistant group supervisor. So now 3 of 5 staff ranks higher than an aide.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, child #1 did not have emergency contact information in the child care space while he was in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Updated emergency contact information binder in classroom to reflect the current roster. Child #1¿s emergency contact information has been placed in binder.”
Citation Apr 4, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, the current certificate of compliance was not posted conspicuously. Parents were not given instructions for accessing the regulations electronically or how to contact the appropriate regional childcare office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Current certificate of compliance will be printed and hung on the first bulletin board by the front door.”
Citation May 23, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
On 5/23/23, at time of inspection, Child #1 file did not contain an updated health report. The last health report was dated 4/25/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “Child #1 updated health report dated 2/3/23 was obtained.”
Citation May 23, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
On 5/23/23, at time of inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not address accommodations for toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “The emergency plan will be updated to include a plan to accommodate toddlers in an event of an emergency.”
Citation May 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
On 5/23/23, at time of inspection, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby/Head Trauma/Maltreatment of Children policy on file as required by OCDEL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2023): “Facility will create a policy addressing recognizing signs of Shaken Baby Syndrome/Head Trauma/Maltreatment of Children. The policy will be kept on file.”
Citation May 23, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 5/23/23, at time of inspection, emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space where toddlers were receiving care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 23, 2023): “Emergency contact information was copied and placed in the childcare space for all toddlers. Emergency contact information will be updated in the classroom as required and will be taken outdoors with children.”
Core safety May 12, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 4 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1 & #2 FILES DO NOT CONTAIN A DHS FBI CLEARNACE. STAFF #3 FILES DO NOT CONTAIN A DHS FBI CLEARANCE OR A STATE POLICE CLEARANCE. STAFF #4 FILE DO NOT CONTAIN A DHS FBI CLEARANCE OR A NSOR CERTIFICATE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL SCHEDULE FOR ALL 4 STAFF TO GET THEIR CLEARANCE.”
Core safety May 12, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THE STAFF WAS NOT ASSIGNED TO SPECIFIC CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL ASSIGN GROUPS TO THE TEACHERS.”
Citation May 12, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 4 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR ALL 4 STAFF DID NOT CONTAIN EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL CONDUCT THE TRAINING WITH ALL THE STAFF.”
Citation May 12, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THERE WERE NO HANDWASHING SIGN STATING THAT STAFF AND CHILDREN ARE TO WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER TOILETING AND BEFORE EATING, AT THE SINK IN THE CLASSROOM. (implemented on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “THE PROVIDER PLACED A SIGN ABOVE THE SINK.”
Citation May 12, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WERE NO LOCK-DOWN PLAND AND NO ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES OR CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL ADD THE INFORMATION TO THE PLAN.”
Citation May 12, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 4 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF #3 UNDERGO HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.”
Citation May 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDREN'S FILES. CHILD #1 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN A DATE OF ADMISSION. (IMPLEMENTED ON SITE)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2022): “THE PROVIDER ENTERED THE ADMISSION DATE ON THE CHILD'S FORM.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 47 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 14, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 9, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Copeland Run Academy INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00257192
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Common questions

Has Copeland Run Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Apr 4, 2024 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 4/4/24, staff person #1, identified as a an aide, was observed alone with the children during bathroom time.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Copeland Run Academy?

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

What is Copeland Run Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 9, 2019. 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 Copeland Run Academy compare with other daycares in Downingtown?

It is #15 of 23 centers in Downingtown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Copeland Run Academy last inspected?

Jul 30, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.

Who runs Copeland Run Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Copeland Run Academy 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.

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