Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi
Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi is a certified child care center in Kennett Square, PA, with capacity for 27 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 22 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 22). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 11 centers in Kennett Square and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On November 19, 2025, during the renewal inspection, the files reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2, did not contain a written evaluation within the last 12 months.
On November 19, 2025, during the renewal inspection, the fee agreements reviewed for child#1 and child#2 were not signed and dated by the operator.
During the inspection on 12/5/24 the file for staff person #1 did not include a DHS FBI clearance and mandated reporter training. The file for staff person #2 did not include NSOR clearance, mandated reporter training, and out of state clearances for NJ. Facility Person #1 and 2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 12/5/24 the file record for staff persons #1 and 2 did not include emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 12/5/24 the outdoor play space was observed not accessible to the children (the outdoor play space was observed actively being renovated).
During the inspection on 12/5/24 the bathroom in Toddler Room was observed having a cold handle/leaky faucet.
During the inspection on 12/5/24 the file records for child # 1,2,3,4 and 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 12/5/2024 the file record for staff person#2 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 12/5/2024 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
At the time of inspection on 12/21/2023, Certification Representative observed several children on rest equipment without having 2 feet of space on three sides of the equipment.
At the time of inspection on 12/21/2023, facility persons #1 and #2 did not have individual records onsite.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and staff #3 lived in deleaware within the last 5 yrs and there were no delaware clearances in their file.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents or a method for staff to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan was not updated per announcement c-22-04,issued 4/19/22.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain a health assessment
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of a lock down, shelter in place, evacuation and did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain a pqas certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include a verification of child care experience.
During a renewal inspection on 12/21/2021, the files for staff person #1 and #2 contained a certificate for emergency plan training more than one-year-old.
During a renewal inspection on 12/21/2021, the file for children #1, 2, and 3 did not contain a current record of influenza.
During a renewal inspection on 12/21/2021, the file for staff person #2 contained a staff evaluation more than one-year-old.
“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) | $57.00 | $40.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $57.00 | $40.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $54.00 | $40.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $54.00 | $40.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $52.00 | $40.00 |
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 Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Oct 29, 2024 (background checks): “During the inspection on 12/5/24 the file for staff person #1 did not include a DHS FBI clearance and mandated reporter training. The file for staff person #2 did not include NSOR clearance, mandated reporter training…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Jun 3, 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.
How does Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi compare with other daycares in Kennett Square?
It is #8 of 11 centers in Kennett Square by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi last inspected?
Nov 19, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $57.00 for newborn, $57.00 for infant, $54.00 for young toddler, $54.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Early Learning Center at Kendal Crosslands Communi?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kendal Crosslands Communities.
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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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