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Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine

625 Montgomery Ave, Merion Station, PA 19066 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine is a certified child care center in Merion Station, PA, with capacity for 136 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 39 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #303 of 403 centers in Montgomery County and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #303 of 403 centers in Montgomery County
2 Core-safety citations
37 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
39 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 10, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Nov 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 24, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Dec 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 25, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 5, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Training & qualifications 9
Building & playground safety 9
Emergency preparedness 8
Records & paperwork 5
Health & medication 4
Transportation 2
Staff ratios 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection facility person #2 did not two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2025): “Reference letters have been added to facility person #2's file and submitted to OCDEL.”
Citation Nov 10, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Assistant Group Supervisor responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection facility person #2 did not have verified experience on file At the time of the inspection facility person #2 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2025): “Experience has been verified and recorded in person #2's file. Education is in process of verification.”
Core safety Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
At the time of the inspection the before care program had 12 children and the youngest child was 1 year old and the max mix group age size is 10 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “The early care group has been restructured to maintain child to staff ratios.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the inspection the facility's emergency plan did not address the continuity of operations
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “An expanded continuity of operations plan has been adopted and submitted to OCDEL.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
At the time of the inspection the light case covers in the Torah classroom have water damage and needs to be replaced or cleaned so that it does not obstruct the light.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Fixture has been repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
At the time of the inspection the fire exit via the front porch egress was obstructed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Front porch egress has been cleared.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Although Gan Chabad does not currently enroll infants, the emergency plan includes provisions to ensure the safety of all children, including toddlers, children with disabilities, and those with chronic medical conditions. During an emergency, designated support and administrative staff are…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection facility person #1 did not have 12 hours of professional development training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “12 hours of professional development have been completed and submitted to OCDEL.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Assistant Group Supervisor responsibilities/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection facility person #2 did not have verified experience on file At the time of the inspection facility person #2 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Experience has been verified and recorded in person #2's file. Education is in process of verification.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection facility did not have emergency plan that addresses continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Emergency plan has been updated to include continuity of operations.”
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Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Copies of reports in file at facility/Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(e)/3270.182(7)
At the time of inspection, the facility was not reporting injuries, death or fire nor had a file containing any information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “All staff have been reminded of the requirement to complete an incident report for all injuries and to submit to OCDEL when off-site medical assistance is required or in cases of fire or death.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
At the time of inspection facility did not have their emergency plan posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Emergency plan has been posted in lobby.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Toxic plants not permitted 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(d)
At the time of inspection facility had toxic plants in their childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “All plants have been evaluated and toxic plants have been removed.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
At the time of inspection, none of the classroom had soap in the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Soap has been added to the first aid kits.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of inspection, the ceiling tiles in the Simcha were damaged by water and had stains and chips in them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Ceiling tiles have been repaired.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
At the time of inspection there we several light bulbs out in the facility (Simcha-6, Before school-11, Torah-1 and the rest room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Light bulbs have been replaced.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
At the time of inspection there was no running water by the diapering area in the in between room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Diaper changing area has been moved to the sink area in the adjacent room.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
At the time of inspection, the exits to the facility egress were blocked with snow and ice from the week before snow.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Snow and ice have been removed from stairs and walkways.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child Medication and Special Diets 55 Pa. Code §3270.133
At the time of inspection there was expired medication (Albuteral Inhaler) in the Simcha class.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Parents have been notified and will work with their health care provider to bring in a non-expired inhaler.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
At the time of inspection facility did not have their pick-up / drop-off procedure posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “An updated Parent Handbook with the current pick-up and drop-off procedure has been posted in the lobby.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of inspection facility did not conduct an annual emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Annual emergency drill conducted on 1/31/25.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
At the time of inspection facility did not test the fire system every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Fire drill and testing has been added to internal drill calendar.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
At the time of inspection facility did not have their evacuation routes on each floor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Evacuation routes have been posted on each floor.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of inspection facility did not send their emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to their local municipality and their county's EMA.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Emergency plan has been submitted to Lower Merion Township Fire Dept, Narberth Ambulance, and Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of inspection facility did not send their annual written notification to local traffic safety authority of location of facility and program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2025): “Local traffic plan has been submitted to Lower Merion Police Dept.”
Citation Jan 24, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At the time of inspection facility did not have liability insurance on file covering the daycare,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2025): “Certificate of Insurance has been updated to specifically state that the preschool is included.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection staff #1 did not have Mantoux test with date and results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that staff #1 obtains a current Mantoux with a date and testing results and a copy of all will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of corrections.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection staff #16 did not have Health and Safety training on file and staff #16 did not have Health and Safety Update on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure staff #16 obtains have Health and Safety training and staff #16 obtains Health and Safety Update and keep the certificate or transcript on file at the facility at all times and a copy will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.34(c)
At the time of inspection there was not a qualified director on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure there is a qualified director at the facility and submit a completed file to OCDEL for evidence or correction.”
Citation Dec 1, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Confidential; stored in locked cabinet 55 Pa. Code §3270.193(a)
At the time of inspection staff # 1, 3, and 5 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 7, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that staff #1, 3 and 5 all provide highest level of completed education a copy will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection staff #1, 5, and 6 did not have Mantoux test with date and results on file and staff #6 did not have a bi-annual health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that staff #1, 5 and 6 obtains a current Mantoux with a date and testing results and staff #6 obtains a Health assessment and a copy of all will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection staff #5, 8, 10 and 16 did not have Health and Safety training on file and staff #5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15 16, and 17 did not have Health and Safety Update on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure staff #5, 8, 10 and 16 obtains have Health and Safety training and staff #5, 6, 7, 8, 11, 14, 15 16, and 17 obtains Health and Safety Update and keep the certificate or transcript on file at the facility at all times and a copy will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of inspection staff #5 did not have Mandated Reported training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will remove staff #5 from facility and ensure that they obtain Mandated Reporter training and keep certificate on file and submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of corrections.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Employed and present 30 hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.34(c)
At the time of inspection there was not qualified director on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure there is a qualified director at the facility and submit a completed file to OCDEL for evidence or correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection staff # 1, 3, and 5 did not have verified education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that staff #1, 3 and 5 all provide highest level of completed education a copy will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 25, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 17 did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 27, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that staff #1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 9, 11, 12, 13, 14, 16 and 17 obtains an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training on file and submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 27, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
While conducting renewal inspection on 1/27/23 it was observed that staff person#1 file did not include Florida State clearances, staff person#2 and 3 file did not include New York State clearances, and staff person#4 did not include Virgina clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2023): “All out of State clearances have been requested. Staff person#1 has received and submitted Fl. State clearances. Staff person # 2 and 3 clearances have been requested.”
Citation Jan 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/27/23 it was observed classroom #1 on the first-floor water temperature measured at 119° F. and classroom #2 on the second-floor water temperature measured at 119° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2023): “Provider had plumber adjust the hot water heater 1/30/23 to ensure that the hot water measured at required temperature.”
Citation Jan 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
While conducting the renewal inspection on 1/27/23 it was observed child#1 emergency contact did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 8, 2023): “Provider will have the parents of child#1 update emergency information electronically.”

“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 136 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Jan 27, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Dec 15, 2021 · what STARS means
Operator Chabad Lubavitch Of The Main Line INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00247630
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Common questions

Has Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine 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 24, 2025 (staff ratios): “At the time of the inspection the before care program had 12 children and the youngest child was 1 year old and the max mix group age size is 10 children.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Dec 15, 2021. 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 Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine compare with other daycares in Montgomery County?

It is tied for #303 of 403 centers in Montgomery County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine last inspected?

Nov 10, 2025 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Gan Chabad of the Main L Ine?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Chabad Lubavitch Of The Main Line 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.

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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