Kiddie Academy of Lancaster

251 S Centerville Rd, Lancaster, PA 17603 · Lancaster County

Provisional certificate 10 core-safety citations in last 12 months 4 complaint investigations found violations

Part of Kiddie Academy · 20 Pennsylvania locations

Kiddie Academy of Lancaster is a certified child care center in Lancaster, PA, with capacity for 162 children. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 47 violations, 13 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 47). 25 citations came in the last 12 months, including 10 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #47 of 73 centers in Lancaster and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 73% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

Tied for #47 of 73 centers in Lancaster

13 Core-safety citations

34 Other citations

8 Inspections

4 Complaint investigations that found violations

47 citations from 12 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 25 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 4, 2026

Every state visit

Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 10

Records & paperwork 9

Health & medication 7

Supervision 5

Background checks 5

Emergency preparedness 5

Caregiver conduct 3

Training & qualifications 3

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 4, 2026 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

On 4/10/26, Staff Persons #1 and #2 were on the Playground with their class of young toddlers. Staff Person #2 took a few children inside to change their diapers. When Staff Person #1 later brought the rest of the children inside, one of the children (Child #1), was left alone on the playground. Staff Persons #3 and #4 were on an adjoining playground with prekdg children. Staff Person #3 noticed that Child #1 was left on the playground when the door shut and immediately went to bring Child #1 inside and to the child's classroom to rejoin the group. Child #1 was left unsupervised on the playground for 1 minute. Staff Person #1 was not physically present with the children in their primary care group and left a child unsupervised on the playground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions will be supervised by a staff person at all times while maintaining regulated ratio requirements and utilizing primary care group structures. Additionally: 1. 4/13/26 - Children are supervised at all times, and each staff member is…”

Core safety May 4, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

On 4/10/26, Staff Person #1 was observed (video footage) caring for children (5 young toddlers) alone on the playground from 10:18am - 10:34am and from 11:0am - 11:08am. Staff Person #2 was hired provisionally and did not have documentation showing that the DHS FBI Clearance had been submitted, as required to begin working with children provisionally, requiring that they be supervised at all times by a qualified staff person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 4, 2026): “The operator will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 by: -Ensuring provisional employees work within the vicinity of a permanent employee and -Ensuring facility person's record includes completed information as required under the CPSL. Additional tiered plans of correction include: 1.…”

Core safety Apr 7, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(c)

Staff Person #1 noticed that Child #1 had a different shirt on after taking the child to the bathroom. When coming out of the bathroom with the child, Staff Person #1 yelled at Staff Person #3 "Don't put that shirt on" Child #1! "You do that all the time!" Staff Person #3 said that it was the t-shirt the child was wearing under a sweater and that the sweater was taken off because the child was hot. Staff Person #1 walked over and grabbed the shirt off of Child #1 and Staff Persons #1 and #2 began arguing and calling one another disrespectful. This occurred in front of the other children, staff and a parent who was picking up their child.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Upon receiving the complaint on 4/7/26, Staff Person #1 was placed on administrative leave. Following a review of the incident, Staff Person #1's employment was terminated. Staff Persons #2 and #3 completed the directed training on 4/21/26 - 4/23/26 focused on appropriate guidance strategies…”

Core safety Apr 7, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)

Staff Person #1 scolded a child and wagged their finger in Child #2's face when the child was playing at the sink and later told Staff Person #2, "I see where (the child) gets it from."

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Upon receiving the complaint on 4/7/26, Staff Person #1 was placed on administrative leave. Following a review of the incident, Staff Person #1's employment was terminated. Classroom expectations regarding positive guidance and interactions with children were reviewed with all staff, focusing on…”

Core safety Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

Staff Person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2026): “Upon identification, Staff Person #2 completed the required Mandated Reporter training on 4/28/26. Prior to completion, Staff Person #2 did not work alone with children until the training was fully completed and documented on file. Staff training records were reviewed to ensure all current…”

Core safety Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Supervision

Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)

Staff Person #1 was observed caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #1 did not have the required childcare experience documented, to qualify as an AGS, therefore Staff Person #1 was qualified as an Aide and was not supervised by an assistant group supervisor.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2026): “Upon review, it was determined that Staff Person #1 does not currently meet the qualifications for an Assistant Group Supervisor and are appropriately classified as an Aide. Effective 4/8/26, Staff Person #1 was immediately reassigned to ensure she is not left alone with children and is always…”

Citation Apr 7, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Staff Person #1 was observed caring for children unsupervised, as an AGS (Assistant Group Supervisor) but did not have 2 years of childcare experience documented in their staff file as required (with a high school diploma/GED) to be qualified as an AGS.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 4, 2026): “Although documentation of childcare experience was on file, the total documented hours did not meet the required 2,500 hours to qualify Staff Person #1 as an AGS. Effective 4/8/26, Staff Person #1 was immediately reclassified to the role of Aide, which aligns with their current qualifications.…”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

The file for Facility Person #1 did not include documentation of initial training regarding the emergency plan, within 90 days of starting.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Staff Person #1 is no longer employed at the facility as of 3/27/2026. Current staff have been reviewed to ensure all employees have received emergency plan training as required.”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)

Diaper creams/ointments were found to be accessible to children in the 2's Rm. 1, located in a plastic bin drawer unit in the bathroom (corrected on-site).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, the diaper creams/ointments were immediately moved to an area inaccessible to children. They are now stored in a locked cabinet out of reach of children. All classrooms were reviewed to ensure that all items that could pose a risk are stored out of reach of children.”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)

A net tent in the cozy area of the 3's Rm. 2, was torn and had holes in the netting (Corrected on-site). The walkway that the 2-year-olds use to get to the playground, had 2 small sensory bins that were dirty, with standing water and debris.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, the cozy area tent was immediately removed from the room on 3/26/2026. All classrooms were inspected by Administration to ensure that equipment is in good repair and free of hazards. The sensory bins were cleaned and removed from the walkway to the playground.”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

Diapers and wipes in plastic bags, were found to be accessible to children in a low, storage unit with drawers, in the 2's Rm. 1 bathroom (Corrected on-site).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, the diapers and wipes in plastic bags were immediately moved to an area inaccessible to children. They are now stored in a locked cabinet out of reach of children. All classrooms were reviewed to ensure that all items that could pose a risk are stored out of reach of…”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Original container/Name on bottle 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)/3270.133(3)

Medications (inhalers) for Children #1 and #2, were not in the original container that identifies the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “On 3/26/2026, both medications were immediately sent home with the families. Medication for Child #1 was returned to the facility in its original, properly labeled container and is now compliant. Medication for Child #2 has not been returned to the facility. The child does not currently have…”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Written instructions 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(2)

Children #1 and #2 had medication that did not have written instructions from the individual who prescribed the medication.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “On 3/26/2026, both medications were immediately sent home with the families. Medication for Child #1 was returned to the facility in its original, properly labeled container, with the prescriber's instructions on the prescription label, and is now compliant. Medication for Child #2 has not been…”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)

The file for Facility Person #1 did not include an initial health assessment and TB test results, conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service at the facility.

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Dated signature affixed 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(d)

The Emergency Contact Forms for Children #3 and #4, did not have the enrolling parent's dated signature at the bottom, showing the date that the form was completed and reviewed. Without this, there is no way of knowing if it was on file (and in the children's classroom) when the children started attending and thereby indicating when the forms need to be updated in 6-months.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “The parents of Children #3 and #4 reviewed, signed and dated their child's emergency contact form the following day on 3/27/2026 and updated forms were placed in the children's files and a copy was distributed to the children's classrooms. A review of all children's files was conducted to ensure…”

Citation Mar 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

The file for Staff Person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 7, 2026): “Staff Person #1 is no longer employed at the facility as of 3/27/2026. Current staff files have been reviewed to ensure all employees have 2 written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

Core safety Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

Staff Person #1 was observed working with children and did not have documentation of the required clearances to be hired provisionally. Staff Person #1 did not have completed out-of-state clearances or a completed NSOR clearance

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, Staff Person #1 was immediately removed from working in a child care position on 3.19.26 upon identification of missing required clearances. Staff Person #1 will not return to work in any capacity involving children until all required clearances, including out-of-state…”

Citation Mar 19, 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)

Staff Person #1 did not have an initial health assessment and TB test results completed within 12 months prior to working with children at the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, Staff Person #1 was immediately removed from working in a childcare position on 3.19.26 upon identification that a completed health assessment and TB test results were not on file. Staff Person #1 will not return to work in any capacity involving children until a…”

Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)

Staff Person #1 did not have documentation of education and experience prior to working.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “The missing documentation to verify Staff Person #1's education was obtained on 3.20.26 and placed in the staff file. An immediate review of all staff files was conducted to ensure all employees have required education documentation on file.”

Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

Staff Person #1 did not have two, written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person, as required prior to working with children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 26, 2026): “Staff Person #1 did not have two written, nonfamily references on file as required. The missing references were obtained on 3.20.26 and placed in the staff file. An immediate review of all staff files was conducted to ensure all employees have the required two written, nonfamily references on file.”

Core safety Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

Staff Person #6 had clearances that included a criminal record that had not been sent to DHS Certification for review.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2026): “Upon receiving the citation, the criminal history clearance for Staff Person #6 was immediately submitted to the DHS Certification Office for review. Documentation of the submission has been retained in the employee's personnel file. The staff member will not be permitted to work unsupervised while…”

Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

46 or more children- additional group sups/Group sup present 30 hrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)/3270.35(f)

Based on the center's current enrollment (76 children), two Group Supervisors are required. There was only 1 Group Supervisor (Staff Person #2) employed at the facility and working 30+ hours per week, who had the required education (degree with transcript)/experience documented in their staff file. Staff Persons #3, #4 and #5 did not have transcripts that documented what their degree was in or the number of credits they have in approved human services/education to determine if they were qualified as a Group Supervisor.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2026): “Upon citation, the facility immediately reviewed the qualifications of staff assigned to Group Supervisor positions. Documentation confirming that Staff Person #4's degree/credits meets the qualifications for a Group Supervisor, was obtained and submitted to DHS Certification for review. DHS has…”

Citation Mar 2, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

Staff Person #6 did not have documentation of two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. There was just one reference on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2026): “Upon citation, the facility obtained a second written, nonfamily reference for Staff Person #6 the following day. The reference attests to the individual's suitability to serve as a facility person. The additional reference was placed in the staff member's personnel file and submitted to DHS…”

Core safety Nov 4, 2025 Complaint investigation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

Staff Persons #1 and #2 left Child #1 unattended on the playground for 10 minutes before realizing that the child was not with the group in the Play Room, after coming indoors from the playground.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2026): “Tier 1 -- Immediate Supervision Correction Effective immediately, children are supervised at all times. Staff assignments were clarified the same day as the incident, so that Staff Persons #1 and #2 worked in separate rooms, supervised at all times, until the Safety Plan in place was lifted. Staff…”

Core safety Oct 16, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

General Health and Safety/Promote development 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.111(c)

Staff Persons #1 and #2 admittedly drank alcohol on their lunch break, then returned to work, caring for children in the same classroom. It was reported that, on one occasion, Staff Person #1 came into a classroom talking very loudly and grabbed Staff Person #3 by the neck. This was in the presence of children during naptime. On another occasion, it was reported that Staff Person #1 came into a classroom during naptime, turned on the lights and seemed "more than tipsy" and was loud and giggly. Staff Person #1 told Staff Persons #3 and #5 that they drank on their lunch break. Staff Persons #4 and #5 were aware that Staff Person #1 appeared visibly intoxicated while caring for children at the facility and did not immediately take action to ensure the health and safety of children in care.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2025): “Tier 1 - Immediate Correction Effective immediately, the legal entity has reaffirmed and enforced the requirement that all children are supervised at all times by alert, capable staff, and that no staff member may be under the influence of alcohol while caring for children. Staff Persons #1 and #2…”

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Core safety Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

The file for Staff Person #2 did not contain a DHS FBI clearance result, beyond the 45-day provisional hire period. There was no documentation that the FBI fingerprinting had been submitted prior to working with children at the facility. The file for Staff Person #3 did not include documentation of Mandated Reporter training having been completed within 90 days of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Staff Person #2's FBI background check results were obtained shortly after the citation and placed in the employee's file. Staff person #2 was removed from the center & classroom until all documentation was on file. Staff Person #3 completed the mandated reporter training within the required…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)

The facility's Emergency Plan and Parent letter about the Emergency Plan, did not include a method for inform parents that the emergency has ended and instructions as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “We updated the written Emergency Plan to include a clear method for notifying parents when an emergency has ended and providing instructions for safe reunification with their children. This includes notifying parents through our mass text/email system, phone calls if needed, and posting information…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)

The facility emergency plan parent letter was not posted at a conspicuous location at the childcare facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Upon citation, the emergency plan parent letter was immediately posted in a highly visible location in the lobby of the facility, as well as in the staff office. Copies were also placed in each classroom so that staff, parents, and visitors can easily view the plan/letter. All staff have been…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)

The lock on the kitchen door was broken, so the kitchen was accessible to children (with the oven, knives and cleaning chemicals).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The broken lock on the kitchen door handle will be replaced by 10/6/2025 with a functional lock to ensure the door remains secured at all times. Staff were instructed not to use the door until the repair was completed. The door is now locked and in full compliance.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)

There were walls with peeling paint throughout the facility as follows: Two 1" spots of peeling paint on the wall under the window in the Toddler Rm 2 classroom (Corrected on-site). Four spots of peeling paint on the walls in the 3's Rm 2 classroom (Corrected on-site). Peeling paint on the wall to the right of the door in the Older Toddler 2's Rm. 1 classroom (Corrected on-site).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “We immediately inspected the facility, removed/contained all loose or peeling paint and repaired damaged plaster in the affected areas. The two spots in Toddler Rm 2 were covered with furniture. The four spots in 3's Rm 2 were covered with a poster. The spot in Two's Rm 1 was covered with a poster.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103

A loose, plastic trash bag that was hanging over the side of the trash can in the Toddler 1 room, was accessible to the toddlers in the room (Corrected On-Site).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The loose trash bag was removed during the inspection.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)

The medication log that the facility uses, did not include written parental consent to administer medication for Child #11 and Child #12.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Upon receiving the citation, the records for Children #11 and #12 were immediately corrected by obtaining signed parental consent forms. The physician consent forms alone were not sufficient, so parents were contacted in a timely fashion to complete the required forms, which are now on file.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Refrigeration required 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)(iii)

The medication logs that the facility uses, did not include indication of whether the medication needs to be refrigerated or not for Child #11 and Child #12.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Upon citation, the parents of Children #11 and 12 completed a DHS Medication Log that included whether the medicine needs to be refrigerated or not. Staff were retrained on completing the log properly, ensuring that all current medications now have refrigeration instructions documented.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 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)

The files for Staff Persons #1 and #5 did not include documentation of an initial health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to their start date at the facility as follows: Staff Person #1: Well visit was conducted on 8/21/25, after their start date, and all questions on the Staff Health Report form, were not addressed and documented by the physician on the visit summary documentation. Staff Person #5: The visit summary in the file was for a continued care/sick visit, and not for a physical exam.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Upon citation, Staff #1 and Staff #5 immediately submitted updated health assessments from their physicians, including all required components. Both staff members were removed from the classroom and did not work in a child care position until the required forms were received. Copies of the…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)

The fire drill log with the dates that the fire system was tested, documented that it was more than 30 days from the testing on 6/19/25 and the testing on 7/31/25.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Upon citation, the facility immediately reviewed the fire drill/system testing log and confirmed that one drill was documented more than 30 days apart (June 19 to July 31). A test of the fire detection system was conducted the same week of the citation to bring the schedule back into compliance.…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Director or designated staff person ensure compliance/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)/3270.171(c)

There was no written notification of pick up/drop off procedures posted at a conspicuous location in the childcare facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Upon citation, we created and posted written pickup and drop-off instructions in the main entryway. The posting clearly states that the facility does not provide transportation services and that all children must be dropped off and picked up by a parent, guardian, or an authorized person listed on…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)

The Emergency Contact Forms that the facility uses, does not have a place for the parent to indicate any special needs (including allergies) of the child. This was evidenced by the child files that were reviewed; Children #1 - 10.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “All children's files were immediately reviewed to identify missing or incomplete emergency contact forms. Parents of Children #1- #10 were contacted the same day and completed updated forms which include special needs, allergies, etc. The forms are now signed, dated, and filed in the child's…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

The Emergency Contact forms for Child #4 and Child #8, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number. The Emergency Contact forms for Child #2, Child #5, and Child #10, did not include the policy number of the child's health insurance.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Upon citation, all child files were reviewed to identify missing health insurance policy information. Families with incomplete records were contacted, and updated health insurance details have been obtained, documented, and filed in each child's record. No file remains incomplete. Children #2, 4…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)

The Emergency Contact Forms that the facility uses, does not have a place for the parent to give signed parental consent for walking excursions or transportation. This was evidenced by the child files that were reviewed; Children #1 - 10.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2025): “Upon receiving the citation, all emergency contact forms were reviewed and those missing parent signatures for walking trips, transportation, or other consents were immediately returned to families for completion. Updated forms with signed permissions have now been collected, filed, and verified…”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

The file for Staff Person #2 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. There was only one written reference in the file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “The staff file missing the second reference were immediately corrected by obtaining an additional written, nonfamily reference for Staff Person #2. All personnel files now contain the required two references.”

Citation Aug 28, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

The file for Staff Person #4 did not include documentation of Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR training having been completed within 90 days of hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “Staff Person #4 completed pediatric first aid/CPR and documentation is in the staff file. All staff files were reviewed to identify anyone without current pediatric CPR certification. Staff without current certification were immediately enrolled in a recognized CPR training course and have now…”

Core safety Jun 16, 2025 Inspection Supervision

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

Staff Person #3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff Person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety updated training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2025): “Staff Person #3 did not work in a childcare position and was terminated effective 6/17/25.”

Core safety Jun 16, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

Two staff were observed working with children without required clearances beyond the 45-day provisional hire period as follows: Staff Person #1 did not have a State Police Clearance on file. Staff Person #2 did not have an NSOR clearance (required prior to working with children) on file. Two staff were observed working alone with children, unsupervised, without required clearances beyond the 45-day provisional hire period as follows: Staff Person #3 did not have an FBI Clearance on file or an NSOR clearance (required prior to working with children) on file. Staff Person #4 did not have a current State Police Clearance on file (CORRECTED ON-SITE).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “Staff Person #1 and #4 provided the required clearances right away, and were able to work in childcare position. Staff Person #3 was terminated as of 6/17/25. Staff Person #2 did not work in a childcare position until the required clearance was submitted and on file.”

Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21

The facility's emergency plan did not address continuity of operation in the event the facility is unsuitable to provide to care. Corrected during inspection.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2025): “The emergency plan was updated to include continuity of operations in the even the facility becomes unsuitable to provide care.”

Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)

Staff number 1 and 2 did not have documentation that they were trained on the facility's emergency plan.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2025): “All staff completed emergency plan training 4/24/25 and provided documentation to verify this.”

Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)

The first aid kit in Infant Room 1 was missing scissors. Corrected during inspection.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2025): “Scissors were added the first aid kit in Infant Room 1 during the inspection.”

Citation Apr 23, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81

Multiple glass doors in traffic areas throughout the facility were observed not to have any visual identification. This was corrected during the inspection.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2025): “Staff marked glass doors with blue tape during the inspection.”

“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 4, 2026 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Apr 7, 2026 Complaint investigation

2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Nov 4, 2025 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Oct 16, 2025 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

About this center

Capacity 162 children

Certificate status Provisional

Certificate valid through Oct 24, 2026

Keystone STARS No STAR level

Operator Acca Learning LLC

Phone —

State certificate # CER-00257983

Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Kiddie Academy of Lancaster had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 13 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 May 4, 2026 (supervision): “On 4/10/26, Staff Persons #1 and #2 were on the Playground with their class of young toddlers. Staff Person #2 took a few children inside to change their diapers. When Staff Person #1 later brought the rest of the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Kiddie Academy of Lancaster?

Pennsylvania lists 4 complaint investigations 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.

How does Kiddie Academy of Lancaster compare with other daycares in Lancaster?

It is tied for #47 of 73 centers in Lancaster by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kiddie Academy of Lancaster last inspected?

May 4, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Kiddie Academy of Lancaster?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Acca Learning LLC.

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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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