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Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC

2310 Providence Ave, Chester, PA 19013 · Delaware County
1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 1

Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC is a certified child care center in Chester, PA, with capacity for 38 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 117 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (30 of 117). 11 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #20 of 21 centers in Chester and has more citations per inspection than 97% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 97% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #20 of 21 centers in Chester
7 Core-safety citations
110 Other citations
8 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
117 citations from 10 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 11 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 18, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Aug 31, 2026 · Report/investigation · no citation Mar 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 19, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 20, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found May 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Mar 29, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Nov 22, 2021 · 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 30
Training & qualifications 24
Building & playground safety 23
Emergency preparedness 17
Health & medication 12
Background checks 3
Staff ratios 2
Supervision 2
Transportation 2
Other standards 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: The extension cords in the infant room, was accessible to the crawling infants in the room
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “The extension cords in the infant room have been moved, and is no longer accessible.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: The facility's emergency plan was not posted
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “The facility's emergency plan was moved, and placed in a conspicuous location.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: The first aid kit in the facility's vehicle was missing, gloves, scissors, and tweezers
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2026): “Gloves, scissors and tweezers were added to the first aid kit, located in the facility's vehicle.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: 1. The classrooms located on the 2nd floor Rooms 4--7 windowsills needed cleaning and the 3rd floor classroom windowsills needed cleaning as well 2. Classroom # 5 had a tile that was ripped and needed replacing 3. The middle classroom located on the 3rd floor, ceiling and wall had peeling paint and was wet from the rain
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “1. The classrooms located on the 2nd floor Rooms 4--7 windowsills has beeen cleaned, as well as the 3rd floor classroom windowsills. 2. Classroom # 5 was replaced. 3. The middle classroom located on the 3rd floor, ceiling has dried and has been repainted.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 1's immunization record was missing 2-HepB, 3 Rotavirus, 1 Dtap, 1 Pneumococcal
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2026): “Child #1 does not receive immunization. A letter was received from child's pediatrician to be kept in the child's file.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 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)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Staff # 6's health assessment was dated 1/24/24
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2026): “An updated physical for staff number #6 was placed in the staff's file.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Room # 7 was not set up and ready to receive children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Room #7 will not be used as childcare space.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Facility's emergency plan did not include documentation for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “The facility's emergency plan was updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include identification and prevention of child maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “The facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome policy has been updated to include identification and prevention of child maltreatment.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 3's file did not have documentation of child service report in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “A service report was completed for child #3, and will be filed in the child's file.”
Citation Mar 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
During renewal inspection on 3/18/26, Cert rep observed the following: Child # 4's emergency contact did not include child's birthdate
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2026): “Child #4 emergency contact was updated to includes the child's birthday.”
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Core safety Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2's NSOR clearance in file was dated 11/21/19
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2025): “Staff # 2 will not be in a childcare position at the facility until clearance is completed and placed in file”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's emergency plan that was posted was not updated
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Great Minds Think Alike emergency plan has been updated and posted at the facility.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed leaning products in the lower cabinet of the kitchen and 2nd floor bathroom. Both cabinets were unlocked and accessible to children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The kitchen cabinet and 2nd floor bathroom cabinet are now locked and are inaccessible to children.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The classroom on the 3rd floor closet to the kitchen lights does not work in the classroom
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “A light bulb was replaced in the classroom on the 3rd floor classroom, closet to the 3rd floor kitchen.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1 was missing a dose of the following immunization- Rotavirus, Dtap, HIB, and Pneumococcal Child # 2 was missing doses of the following immunization- 2-HepB -, 1- rotavirus, 1-Dtap,1 HIB, 2 Pneumococcal, 1 Polio. No documentation of MMR, Varicella and Hep A
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “Child #1 started GMTA on 3/17/2025, an updated copy of child # 1 immunization records was provided to GMTA on 3/19/2025. Parent was informed for Child # 2 updated immunizations report”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Exceeding Capacity 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed 6 children in Room 3 that has a capacity for 4 children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The children were separated to not exceed the capacity of the room.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Cert Rep observed that the fire detection system was not working on the 2nd and 3rd floors of the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Fire detection devices were replaced on the 2nd and 3rd floors.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's emergency plan did not include shelter away location away from the facility
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “An address was added to GMTA shelter in place emergency plan and provided to all parents.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: -The facility's shaken baby syndrome policy did not include identification and prevention of child maltreatment -
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2025): “Great Minds updated the facility's shaken baby syndrome policy to include identification and prevention of child maltreatment”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 8's documentation of staff evaluation in file was dated 1/18/24
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Staff #8 staff evaluation is now current, dated 3/21/2025.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 4 did not have a complete file to meet the requirements for the position
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “The director file was updated to meet the requirement for the position.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's agreement did not include services provided
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The agreement for child #1 was updated to include services provided from GMTA.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 1's agreement was incomplete and did not include release person
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The agreement for child #1 was updated to include a release person for the child.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 2's emergency contact and agreement was last signed 4/8/24 and 3/5/25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “The parent of child #2 provided an updated signature for the emergency contact and agreement form.”
Citation Mar 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2 and Staff # 8 had documentation of 6 clock hours of childcare training in file Staff# 4 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare training in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2025): “Staff #2 trainings dated for 3/12/2025 were filed and will remain in the staff's file. Staff # 3 trainings dated for 3/3/25 and 3/13/25 were filed and will remain in the staff's file.”
Core safety Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level/Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51/3270.52
During unannounced inspection on 6/13/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 in the infant room with 12 children- 1 - infant, 3- young toddler, 6 -older toddler, 2- preschoolers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Great minds think alike director/lead staff will make sure we are in compliance with staff/children ratio at all times.”
Citation Jun 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(h)(2)
During unannounced inspection on 6/13/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed Staff # 1 and Staff # 2 in the infant room with 12 children- 1 - infant, 3- young toddler, 6 -older toddler, 2- preschoolers.in a space measured for 6 children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Great minds think alike daycare will assure that the indoor space capacity meets the state requirement for the children that we service at all times.”
Core safety May 20, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During complaint investigation on 5/20/24, it was founded that Staff # 1 who is listed as the driver, is alone in the vehicle while transporting preschool children and is unable to supervise children while driving.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization will make sure there is an assistant on the van to supervise when preschool children are being transported to and from school.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Complaint investigation Transportation
Driver not counted in ratio - I, T, PS 55 Pa. Code §3270.173(b)
During complaint investigation on 5/20/24, it was reported that Staff # 1 who is the driver for the facility, transports preschool children alone
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “When transporting young or older toddlers, there will be a staff member present to supervise the children.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 9 did not have documentation of emergency plan training in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff # 8 will complete the emergency plan training every year, or if any changes are to be made.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate/Facilitate child development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)/3270.101(b)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The infant room located on the 1st floor, the older toddler/preschool room # 3, and the preschool room located on the 2nd floor did not have sufficient materials to facilitate children's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The infant room located on the 1st floor, and room #3 located on the 2nd floor have sufficient materials to facilitate children's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development needs.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following -The pack n plays in the infant room were not labelled for the use of a specific child. - Child # 2 was observed in the infant room asleep in a bouncy chair
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization plans to make sure that each child's bed is properly labeled and checked for safety before putting them away. Infants will not sleep in bouncy chair.”
Citation May 20, 2024 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)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 3's health assessment was dated 1.21.22. Staff # 9 did not have documentation of health assessment and TB in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Staff will have documentation of health assessment and TB in the file including X-rays (physicals)”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility Cert Rep observed the following: The rooms on the 3rd floor of the facility were not set up and ready to receive children
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “All rooms at the facility will be furnished and prepared for the organization to provide services.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24 while reviewing paperwork, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of annual emergency drills on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “Emergency drills will be conducted annually. And will be documented and put in a file at the facility.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility Cert Rep observed the following The infant room, and the 3rd floor classrooms did not have the evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Evacuation routes will be posted on each floor in a conspicuous location at the facility”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide a shelter in place/lockdown location at the facility and a shelter away location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 4, 2024): “A lock down has been implemented in the emergency plan.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Complaint investigation Other standards
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During complaint investigation on 5/20/24, Staff #1 confirmed that Child # 1 and # 2 were taken to Staff # 1's home before dropping off Child # 1 and # 2 to school.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization will ensure that staff will only transport the children to school and from school.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
During complaint investigation on 5/20/24, Cert Rep observed that the facility did not have emergency contact in the vehicle while transporting
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization will have copies of all emergency contacts available to staff in case of an emergency, while transporting children.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 6 did not have documentation of the mandated 1-hr health and safety training in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff #6 completed the mandated 1-hr health and safety training.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iv)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 had documentation of 9 clock hours of childcare training and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 3 had documentation of 11 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 4 had documentation of 9 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 6 had documentation of 2 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 7 had documentation of 5 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 25, 2024): “Staff # 2 -7 completed the mandatory 12 hours of childcare training.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 9 did not have documentation of Health and Safety training in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Staff #8 completed the Health and Safety training, and is located in the staff file.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 did not have documentation of a current staff evaluation in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Staff #2 has a completed staff evaluation, located in the staff's file.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During unannounced monitoring 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 4 and # 9 did not have documentation of verification of experience of 2500 childcare hours to qualify for the position of AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Staff #4 and staff #8 submitted their verification of experience of 2500 childcare hours. Verification of experience is located in each staff's file.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The infant room, the preschool room # 4 located on the 2nd floor, and the 3rd floor classrooms did not have a written plan of daily activities posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Every plan will be posted in each classroom.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The emergency contacts were not present for all the children in the infant room and the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization will provide an emergency contact for each service we provided.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Record Retention for One Year 55 Pa. Code §3270.185
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, the facility had disposed of Child# 1's file when cert Rep asked to review file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “The organization plans to keep all participants files for 1 year prior to leaving the daycare.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced monitoring on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 9 did not have documentation of 2 non-family references in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “All staff will be responsible to have their references in their files when they are hired and before they are allowed to work with the children.”
Citation May 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During unannounced inspection on 5/20/24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 9 did not have documentation of Pediatric CPR/First Aid in file
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 24, 2024): “Staff will complete a professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 30 days of being hired.”
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate/Facilitate child development 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)/3270.101(b)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The infant room located on the 1st floor, the older toddler/preschool room # 3, and the preschool room located on the 2nd floor did not have sufficient materials to facilitate children's emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development needs.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “The infant room located on the 1st floor, the older toddler room, preschool room # 3 and the preschool room and located on the 2nd floor will have sufficient amount of materials to facilitate children emotional, cognitive, communicative, perceptual-motor, physical and social development.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The pack n plays in the infant room were not labelled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “The pack n plays are now labelled with the names of the infants.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 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)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 3's health assessment was dated 1.21.22.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “Staff # 3 is scheduled for a health assessment for this current year.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The rooms on the 3rd floor of the facility were not set up and ready to receive children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “All room on the 3rd floor of the facility will be set up and ready for children to receive care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2024): “The facility will update the emergency plan that will include accommodations for infants, toddlers, and children with disabilities and chronic medical conditions.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing paperwork, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of annual emergency drills on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “Facility will keep annual emergency drills on file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility Cert Rep observed the following The infant room, and the 3rd floor classrooms did not have the evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “The infant room and 3rd floor classrooms will have the evacuation routes posted in a conspicuous location”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)/3270.27(a)(2)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walk-through of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The facility's emergency plan did not provide a shelter in place/lockdown location at the facility and a shelter away location.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 7, 2024): “The facility will update the emergency plan that will include shelter in place/lockdown location at the facility”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing paperwork, Cert Rep observed the following The facility did not have documentation of the facility's emergency plan sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2024): “Documentation of the facility's emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency, and returned to gmta 2 on 4/5/24.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2, and # 6 did not have documentation of the mandated 1-hr health and safety training in file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “Staff # 2 and # 6 will complete the mandated 1-hour health and safety training”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iv)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 had documentation of 9 clock hours of childcare training and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 3 had documentation of 11 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 4 had documentation of 9 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 6 had documentation of 2 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours. Staff # 7 had documentation of 5 clock hours of childcare training hours and not the mandatory 12 hours.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “Staff # 2,3,4,7. will complete the mandatory annual 12 hours of training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 2 did not have documentation of a current staff evaluation in file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “A current staff evaluation for staff # 2 will be filed and every 12 months after.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Director qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 1 did not have documentation of college transcripts in file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2024): “Staff # 1 will contact college university to obtain a copy of the college transcripts.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while reviewing staff files, Cert Rep observed the following Staff # 4 and # 5 did not have documentation of verification of experience of 2500 childcare hours to qualify for the position of AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “Staff # 4 and Staff # 5 will give GMTA 2 documentation of verification of experience of 2500 childcare hours to qualify for the position of AGS.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The infant room, the preschool room # 4 located on the 2nd floor, and the 3rd floor classrooms did not have a written plan of daily activities posted.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “The infant room, preschool room # 4 located on the 2nd floor and the 3rd floor classroom will keep a written plan of daily activities posted.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During renewal inspection on 4/17/ 24, while doing a walkthrough of the facility, Cert Rep observed the following The emergency contacts were not present for all the children in the infant room and the preschool room.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 20, 2024): “All staff members updated their emergency contact folders in the infant classroom and the preschool classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a FBI Clearance. Staff person #4 was observed providing direct child care and their file included an expired state police, child abuse and FBI clearance. Staff person#5 was observed providing direct child care alone/unsupervised and their file did not include a child abuse clearance. Staff person #6 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a copy of requests for the state police clearance or a state police clearance. Staff Persons #2, 4, 5 and 6--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2023): “Staff persons # 2, 4, 5 and 6 was removed until all CPSL requirements have been fulfilled. Provider will assist and move children and staff around to ensure that staff to child ratio and supervision are compliant.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person #5, 6 and 7 did not include emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Staff person #5, 6 and 7 completed emergency plan training and will stay up to date.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the hot water temperature measured 127.9° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “The hot water has been corrected it does not exceed 110° F.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the first-aid kit in room#2 was missing tweezers and scissors.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Tweezers and scissors were added to the first aid kit in Room #2.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the playpens in Room #2 did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “The play pens have been moved to meet the required 2 feet of space on three sides will in use.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for child #1 and 2 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “A child health assessment has been placed in the child's file.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During the inspection on 5/4/2022 the file for staff persons #5 and 6 did not include an acceptable initial health assessment (the health assessments did not answer questions of staff person's ability to perform job duties and if the y were free from communicable diseases).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “A health assessment form was given to staff to be completed on the correct form.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the facility did not have a safe routes plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Provider will develop safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes in vicinity of the facility and communicate to the children and parents in writing. Safe routes will be posted in the facility at all times.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 room #2, 3 and 4 did not have evacuation routes posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Evacuation routes are now posted in rooms #2, 3 and 4.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address prevention of shaken baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations. Staff person #5-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #-5- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (see code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Provider will update the emergency plan to address prevention of shaken baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations. Until such time as the required pre-service trainings are completed, staff person #5-- must be supervised, when…”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file record for staff person #7 did not include fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Staff person #7 completed their fire safety training.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 has non-approved first aid/cpr training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Staff person #2-- must receive pediatric first-aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum by a PQAS-certified trainer. Until such time as the correction is implemented, staff person #2-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the required training related to…”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff persons# 4 and 7 did not include a written evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Staff persons #4 and 7 evaluations have been completed.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's + 1 yr/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of childcare experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Staff person #1 verification of experience was completed.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person #2,3,4 and 6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility. Staff person #5 was observed alone with children and their file did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Staff person #2,3,4 and 6 provided verification of child care experience. Staff person #5 provided verification of child care experience, and education”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 room#4 and the Learning Room did not have a daily schedule posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “The daily schedule for room #4 and the Learning room have been posted.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file record for child #3 did not include a completed financial agreement form signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “The operator completed a financial agreement for child #3.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(2)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for child #1 & 4 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week. The file record for child #1 did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “The agreements for child #1 and 4 were updated to include specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week and specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for child # 1 and 4 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. The file record for child #1 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “The agreements for child # 1 and 4 have been updated to include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released and the date of the child's admission.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form. The file records for child #1,2,4 and 5 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “The file records for child #1,2,4,5 were updated to include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form and the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file record for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “The file record for child #4 was updated to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 Room# 2, 3 and 4 did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for children receiving care in those spaces.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Emergency contact information is now present in room #2, 3and 4 for children receiving care.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Provider will develop a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency. Provider will display the written plan for emergency transportation conspicuously in every child care space and it will accompany a staff person…”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for child#2 and 3 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Files for child #2 and 3 has been updated emergency contact forms and financial agreement form.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person#5 and 6 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “References for staff persons #5 and 6 have been provided.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
During the inspection on 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person #1, 2 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Staff persons # 1and 2 completed their required updated one-hour health and safety training.”
Citation Apr 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the inspection 5/24/2023 the file records for staff person # 1, and 4 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 20, 2023): “Staff person #1 and 4 completed their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training, and will continue to maintain their annual hours of training.”
Core safety Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN NSOR CLEARANCE. THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATE POLICE CLEARANCE OR CHILD ABUSE CLEARANCE. IN ADDITION, STAFF PERSON #3 HAS AN OUT OF STATE DRIVERS LICENSE HOWEVER DOES NOT HAVE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Provider will have staff person reach out about the PA clearances. Provider will have staff person complete out of state clearances.”
Core safety Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, AT APPROXIMATELY 9:40AM THE CLASSROOM HAD 8 CHILDREN AND TWO TEACHERS (THE YOUNGEST CHILD WAS A 1YEAR OLD). STAFF PERSON #4 LEFT THE CLASSROOM TO TAKE A PRESCHOOL CHILD TO THE BETHROOM LEAVING STAFF PERSON #1 OUT OF RATIO WITH 7 CHILDREN AGES 1-5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will speak with staff and have them take the correct amount of children when leaving the classroom.”
Core safety Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CHILD #1 WAS LEFT IN THE CLASSROOM UNATTENDED FOR ABOUT 30 MINS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will meet with staff and reiterate the importance of supervision at all times.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1, #2, #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED ANNUAL EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will review the emergency plan with staff and have them sign off.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. THE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPTMENT WAS DIRTY AND NEEDED TO BE CLEANED
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will clean all outdoor play equipment.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(3)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR CHILD #4 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will reach out to the parent to have them bring in the updated health assessment.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING SNACK TIME STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT WASH THE CHILDRENS HANDS PRIOR TO THEM EATING COOKIES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will remind staff of the proper times to wash hands throughout the day.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. EVACUATION ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION ON EACH FLOOR OF THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will post evacuation routes on each floor of the facility.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3 AND #4 DID NOT HAVE THE HEALTH & SAFETY TRAINING ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Provider will ask staff tp bring in or complete the health and safety training.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #1 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE FEE AMOUNT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will have parents complete missing information on fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #1, #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE THE DATE THE FEE IS TO BE PAID.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will have parents add the date fee is to be paid on their fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #3 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE THEIR ARRIVAL OR DEPARTURE TIME.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will have parents add the arrival and departure times on their fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FEE AGREEMENT FOR CHILD #2 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will have parents add release persons on the fee agreement.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REP CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FOR CHILD #1 AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE HEALTH INSURANCE POLICY NUMBERS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will have parents add health insurance policy information on the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH. DHS CONTACT INFORMATION OR DHS REGULATIONS WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION USED BY PARENTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2022): “Provider will post DHS contact information and regulations in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Citation Mar 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
ON MARCH 29, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #3, AND #4 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ANNUAL TWELVE CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2022): “Provider will have staff members complete their professional development clock hours.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outside Walkways 55 Pa. Code §3270.64
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED LARGE PLANTS BLOCKING THE WALKWAY CREATING A TRIPPING HAZARD.(CORRECTED AT THE TIME OF INSPECTION)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 22, 2021): “PROVIDER CUT THE PLANTS DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED GLASS, LIGHT FIXTURES,PAINTS AND OTHER TOXINS INSIDE OF UNLOCKED CLOSETS IN ROOMS 4 AND 5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 22, 2021): “PROVIDER CORRECTED THIS AT THE TIME OF INITIAL INSPECTION BY REMOVING ITEMS FROM CLOSETS.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION ON THE SECOND FLOOR IN ROOM 7, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE WINDOWS IN ROOM 7 OPENED MORE THAN 6 INCHES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL REPAIR WINDOWS USING BRACKETS SO THAT THEY WILL NOT OPEN MORE THAN 6 INCHES.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE CEILING TILE AT THE TOP OF THE STAIRS ON THE SECOND FLOOR WERE MISSING AND IN DISREPAIR. IT WAS ALSO OBSERVED THAT THE CEILING VENTILATION COVER INSIDE OF THE 3RD FLOOR BATHROOM WAS MISSING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL REPAIR THE CEILING TILE ON THE 2ND FLOOR AND REPLACE THE VENTILATION COVER INSIDE OF THE 3RD FLOOR BATHROOM.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION,CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT,CRACKING PLASTER OUTSIDE OF ROOM 1 DOOR FRAME, IN ROOM 9, ON THE WALL NEAR THE WINDOW ON THE LEFT IN ROOM 11, ON THE WALLS ON THE 2ND FLOOR STAIRWAY LEADING TO THE 3RD FLOOR. AND ABOVE THE WINDOW ON THE STAIRWAY GOING TO THE 3RD FLOOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL REPAIR CRACKS,HOLES,CHIPS AND PAINT AREAS IN NEED OF PAINTING.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Fireplaces & Wood or Coal Burning Stoves 55 Pa. Code §3270.93
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED TWO FIREPLACE OPENINGS, IN ROOMS 1&2, THAT DID NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE GUARD OR SCREEN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL PLACE SECURED SCREENS IN FRONT OF THE FIREPLACE OPENINGS IN ROOMS 1 AND 2.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THERE WAS AN INSUFFICIENT AMOUNT OF PLAY EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS IN ROOMS 4,5,6,7,8 AND THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL ADD ADDITIONAL PLAY EQUIPMENT AND MATERIALS TO ROOMS 4-8 AND THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE.”
Citation Nov 22, 2021 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
DURING THE INITIAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THERE WERE NO THERMOMETERS INSIDE OF THE REFRIGERATORS IN THE 1ST AND 3RD FLOOR KITCHENS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL PUT THERMOMETERS IN BOTH REFRIGERATORS.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found May 20, 2024 Complaint investigation
4 violations cited, listed under Citations.

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About this center

Capacity 38 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 6, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 10, 2022 · what STARS means
Operator Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00260982
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Common questions

Has Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Mar 19, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection on 3/19/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2's NSOR clearance in file was dated 11/21/19” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 10, 2022. 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 Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC compare with other daycares in Chester?

It is tied for #20 of 21 centers in Chester by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 97% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC last inspected?

Mar 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Great Minds Think Alike Childcare Two 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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