Jacobs Ladder CLC INC · 58 Garrett Rd, Upper Darby
Jacobs Ladder CLC INC is a certified child care center in Upper Darby, PA, with capacity for 30 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 13 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (6 of 13). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 31 centers in Upper Darby and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection on 02/05/26 the first aid kit observed in the downstairs classroom did not contain tweezers.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/26 no handwashing sign was posted in the downstairs bathroom.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/26 the waste receptacle located in upstairs and downstairs bathroom did not have a lid.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/06 no thermometer was placed in downstairs refrigerator.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 contained an expired health assessment.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/25 staff member #1 was observed caring for children unsupervised without completion of required preservice training.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/25 the cabinet in downstairs bathroom was unlocked containing cleaning materials accessible children.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/25 the first aid kit observed in infant classroom was missing tweezers. The first aid kit observed in the PreK classroom was missing scissors.
During the renewal inspection on 02/05/25 the annual fire inspection report reviewed was expired, dated 02/01/24. Provider is unable to manually test fire system due to being connected to other businesses.
During the renewal inspection on 02/01/24 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 did not include child's health insurance coverage information or policy number.
During the initial inspection on 09/26/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain emergency plan training at time of initial hire.
During the initial inspection on 09/26/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain first aid/cpr training.
During the initial inspection on 09/26/23 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain mandated reporter training.
“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) | $70.00 | $50.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $70.00 | $50.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $65.00 | $48.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $62.00 | $46.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $44.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.00 | $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 Jacobs Ladder CLC INC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Feb 5, 2025 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 02/05/25 staff member #1 was observed caring for children unsupervised without completion of required preservice training.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Jacobs Ladder CLC INC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Jacobs Ladder CLC INC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Jacobs Ladder CLC INC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Apr 26, 2024. 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 Jacobs Ladder CLC INC compare with other daycares in Upper Darby?
It is #13 of 31 centers in Upper Darby by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Jacobs Ladder CLC INC last inspected?
Feb 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Jacobs Ladder CLC INC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $65.00 for young toddler, $62.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Jacobs Ladder CLC INC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jacobs Ladder CLC INC.
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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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