Ducklings Early Learning Center · Landenberg
Ducklings Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Landenberg, PA, with capacity for 142 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 10 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (4 of 10). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #89 of 214 centers in Chester County and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection conducted 6/9/25, a water stain was observed in the ceiling inside of the gym, indoor play space.
During the renewal inspection conducted 6/9/25, peeled paint was observed on the windowsills in the ladybug and butterflies' childcare space (Room 5 and 6). Peeled paint was also observed on the blue boarders inside of the gym.
During the renewal inspection conducted 6/9/25, it was verified that staff person #1 completed the health and safety course titled Get started with center-based care but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 1hr training.
On 4/25/24, at time of renewal, Staff #2 file did not contain results of NSOR clearance required by CPSL. Staff #2 was observed working alone during naptime in the Butterflies room, unsupervised by a permanent staff member.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, signs with the requirement for handwashing were not posted in the toilet areas located in the childcare spaces. Additionally, infants and young toddlers were observed mouthing toys. The toys were not removed from the play area after mouthing to be sanitized before being used by another child.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, the cubby units located in the Dragonflies 1 & 2 and Fireflies 1 & 2 classrooms were not mounted in order to prevent them from tipping forward and injuring a child.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, Staff #1 was observed working in the infant room. Staff #1 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, two bottles located in the refrigerator of the Crickets room were not labeled with the child's name.
On 4/25/24, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.
“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) | $90.10 | $90.10 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $90.10 | $90.10 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $87.88 | $87.88 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $84.55 | $84.55 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $80.22 | $80.22 |
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 Ducklings Early Learning Center 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 Apr 25, 2024 (background checks): “On 4/25/24, at time of renewal, Staff #2 file did not contain results of NSOR clearance required by CPSL. Staff #2 was observed working alone during naptime in the Butterflies room, unsupervised by a permanent staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Ducklings Early Learning Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Ducklings Early Learning Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Ducklings Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 1, 2025. 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 Ducklings Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Chester County?
It is tied for #89 of 214 centers in Chester County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 69% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Ducklings Early Learning Center last inspected?
Apr 20, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Ducklings Early Learning Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $90.10 for newborn, $90.10 for infant, $87.88 for young toddler, $84.55 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Ducklings Early Learning Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Ducks In The Garden 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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