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La Petite Academy · Lansdale

515 Forty Foot Rd, Lansdale, PA 19446 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

La Petite Academy is a certified child care center in Lansdale, PA, with capacity for 106 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 10 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 67 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (28 of 67). 16 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #20 of 25 centers in Lansdale and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #20 of 25 centers in Lansdale
5 Core-safety citations
62 Other citations
10 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
67 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 16 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 22, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jul 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 5, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 17, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jun 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 27, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Jun 27, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 30, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Oct 21, 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 28
Building & playground safety 17
Training & qualifications 8
Health & medication 7
Background checks 3
Staff ratios 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 07/20/26 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care services and their file did not include a DHS FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2026): “Staff persons #3 was removed from providing direct child care at the COB 7/20/26. Staff person #3 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
High Chairs 55 Pa. Code §3270.105
During the inspection on 7/20/2026 three highchair was observed not having the t shaped safety strap
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Ordered 3 new straps from the highchair manufacturer to replace the old ones.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During the inspection 7/20/26 the School Age classroom was observed as being storage. The classroom was not set up for active child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Boxes were removed from school age room.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file records for child #8 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Child obtained health assessment.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file record for child #7 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator and parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Child's parent was given financial agreement to sign. I have also signed the agreement.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid/Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)/3270.123(a)(4)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file records for child #6 and 8 did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid. The file records for child # 1,2,3,4,6 and 8 did not include an agreement that specified the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “All financial agreements will be corrected to include the specific date on which the tuition is to be paid, as well as the arrival and departure times.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “Emergency contact form was updated to include the persons designated by parents to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(6)
During the inspection on 7/20/2026 the file records for child # 8 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 record for child # 5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Emergency contact form was updated to include name, address, and phone number of child's physician. Child #5's emergency contact form was updated to include their health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file records for child #5. 6 and 8 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file record for child # 5 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, Jul 31, 2026): “Emergency Contact forms were updated to include home addresses and phone numbers, as well as work names, addresses, and phone numbers.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During the inspection on 7/20/2026 the file record for child #1 did not include the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Emergency contact form was updated to include information on the child's special needs.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 7/20/2026 the School Age room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #8 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 20, 2026): “Provider added the emergency contact form for child #8 to the emergency contact binder during the inspection.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the inspection on 7/20/26 the file records for child #5 and 8 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Emergency contact forms were updated with signed parental consent for emergency medical care as well as the administration of minor first aid care by staff.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 7/20/2026 the file records for staff person #4 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, Jul 31, 2026): “Two written, non-family references were obtained and placed in staff member's file.”
Citation Jun 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the inspection 7/20/26 the file record for staff persons # 1 and 2 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2026): “Staff members obtained 12 clock hours of training.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 3/16/26 the sink in the Preschool & Preschool Classroom the hot water temperature measured 120.5° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2026): “Hot water heater will be adjusted to regulate water temperature not to exceed 110 degrees F.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the inspection on 3/16/26 a crib in the Infants classroom and cots in the Preschool & Pre-K Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 16, 2026): “Provider moved the rest equipment during the inspection to ensure at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.”
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Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 7/10/25 in the Pre-K classroom the hot water temperature measured 114.3° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Water temperature will be adjusted to measure 110 F or less.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the inspection on 7/10/25 the first-aid kit in the Toddler classroom was missing tape.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2025): “Provider added tape to the first aid kit in the Toddler classroom during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During the inspection on 7/10/25 the crib for child #10 did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 10, 2025): “Provider moved the crib for child #10 to ensure that it had at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use during the inspection.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Measurement and use of indoor child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.61
During the inspection 7/10/25 School- Age classroom #1 was observed as being storage and an active classroom. Three cribs, a stack of cots 10 unopened boxes of toys/ equipment were observed in the child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2025): “School-age classroom #1 will be cleaned out, and space cleared of all materials not in use.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the inspection on 7/10/25 the file record for staff #1 did not include an annual evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 23, 2025): “An annual evaluation will be recorded and placed in staff member's file.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 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 7/10/2025 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2025): “Childcare experience will be verified for staff member.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(5)
During the inspection on 7/10/2025 the file records for child # 6 and 7 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 #6 and 7 did not include the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be updated to include the name, address, and telephone number of the child's physician, or source of medical care. Information will also be updated to reflect a child's special needs.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 7/10/2025 the file records for child #5, 6 and 7 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file records for child # 1,2,5,6,7, and 9 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, Jul 22, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be updated to include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Emergency contact information will also be updated to include the name, address, and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may…”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the inspection on 7/10/2025 the file records for child # 7 and 8 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be updated to include health insurance coverage and policy numbers.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 7/10/2025 the Pre- K classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #3 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be completed and placed in child's classroom.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(a)
During the inspection on 7/10/2025 child #3 was observed receiving direct child care but did not have an individual record at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “A complete enrollment record will be obtained and placed in child's file.”
Citation Jul 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the inspection on 7/10/25 the file records for child # 4 and 6 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Files for children #4 and #6 will be updated to include signed parental consent for emergency medical care., as well as administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation May 5, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Ongoing non-compliance- During the inspection on 5/5/25 the sink in the Two's Classroom the hot water temperature measured 115.4° F, in areas accessible to children in care. The sink in the Toddler Classroom the hot water temperature measured 116.6° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “Emergency Work Order was submitted; plumber came out and regulated the water temperature to make sure it wasn't above 110 F. Plumber also showed correct way to adjust water temperature for future reference.”
Core safety Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During the inspection on 4/17/25 staff persons #1 and 2 were observed with 10 children the youngest child was child #1 (an infant).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “The age of the youngest child will always determine the staff:child ratio in a classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection on 4/17/2025 a toxic (Vaseline) was observed accessible to children in the Toddler room and a toxic (Santis spray) was observed accessible to children in the Two's classroom. The toxics had a label stating, "Keep Out of Reach of Children."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “All toxic materials will be kept in an area inaccessible to children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 4/17/25 in the bathroom of the Two's Classroom the hot water temperature measured 136.8° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 5, 2025): “Hot water heater temperature will be lowered to meet the required temperature, not exceeding 110 F.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 4/17/25 the file record for child #2 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file record for child # 2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent will be provided and written on the emergency contact form. The address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released will be provided and written on the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs/Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(6)
During the inspection on 4/17/2025 the file records for child #1 and #2 did not include the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant of CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation on the emergency contact form. The file records for child # 1,2 and 3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Emergency contact forms will be updated to reflect child's special needs, and will also include health insurance information and policy number.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 4/17/2025 the toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “Emergency contact information will be present in the classroom where a child is receiving care.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Apr 17, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the inspection on 4/17/2025 the file records for child #1, 2 and 3 did not include an update in writing of the emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2025): “Emergency contact forms will be updated every six months or as soon as there is a change in information.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the inspection on 7/5/2024 the facility had liability insurance that covered the legal entity address and not the facility address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2024): “Provider updated the liability insurance policy to cover the facility address.”
Citation Jun 25, 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 the inspection on 7/5/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 18, 2024): “Verification of child care experience will be obtained and provided to DHS.”
Citation Jun 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
During the inspection on 7/5/2024 the toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #1 receiving care in the space and the preschool room did not have emergency contact information for child #2 receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 5, 2024): “Provider added the emergency contact information for child #1 and 2 in the classrooms they were receiving care.”
Core safety Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 2/27/2024 the file record for staff person #1 did not include a disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Staff member will sign and date disclosure statement. Going forward, all employees will complete disclosure statement on first day of of employment.”
Core safety Feb 27, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
As a result of the investigation on 2/27/24 it was determined by viewing of footage from 2/23/24 that staff person #1 was observed several times roughly grabbing child #1's arm and inappropriately handling and moving children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 5, 2024): “All staff members will take part in training(s) on classroom management and positively redirecting and interacting with children.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the inspection on 2/27/24 the file record for staff person #1 did not include emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Will confirm that all staff has current emergency training in files.”
Citation Feb 27, 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 the inspection on 2/27/2024 the file for staff person #1 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2024): “Staff member will have health assessment completed.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Staff person #1--- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid/CPR & Health &Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2024): “Staff person shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10)within 90 days of hire. Staff person #1-- will have until 3/13/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #1--- must be supervised, when…”
Citation Feb 27, 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 the inspection on 2/27/2024 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2024): “Child care experience will be verified and placed in staff member's file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the inspection on 2/27/24 the file record for child #1 did not include a completed financial agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Parent will complete financial agreement form to complete child's file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)
During the inspection on 2/27/24 the file record for child #1 did not include a completed emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 6, 2024): “Completed emergency contact form will be placed in child's file.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 the hot water temperature measured 114.8° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Provider turned the hot water tank down so that the hot water temperature will not exceed 110° F.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 staff person #9 was observed conducting a diaper series of child #1, 7 and 8 and did not wash the child #7 hands after being diapered. Staff person #9 did not wash their hands after diapering child #1,7 and 8. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Staff person #9 will be retrained in handwashing requirements.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 staff person#9 was observed conducting a diaper series and did not clean the surfaces after each child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 31, 2023): “Staff person #9 will be retrained in proper diaper changing requirements.”
Citation Jun 27, 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 7/19/2023 the facility did not have a safe routes plan posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2023): “Safe routes plan was created and will be posted in lobby and communicated to children and parents.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff persons #1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10 and 11-- has unacceptable first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Staff person #1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10 and 11-- 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 #1,2,3,4,5,6,8,9,10 and 11-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS…”
Citation Jun 27, 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 7/19/2023 the file records for staff persons #9 and 10 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 1, 2023): “Provider will update the file records for staff persons #9 and 10 to include verification of child care experience.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 the file records for child #1 and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form. The file record for child # 7 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, Jul 26, 2023): “Provider will update the file record for child #1 and 6 to include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent and the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 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, Jul 19, 2023): “Provider posted a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency in the Two's classroom.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 the file records for child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2023): “Provider will update the file record for child #4 to include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 the file records for staff persons # 4 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree that was observed was not evaluated for U.S. equivalency. The file record for staff person #7 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree observed did not identify the study/major of the degree conferred.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2023): “Staff person #4 will be evaluated for U.S. equivalency. Staff person #7 will be verified with transcripts.”
Citation Jun 27, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 7/19/2023 the file records for staff person#9 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, Aug 1, 2023): “Provider will update the file record for staff person #9 to include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, THE WATER TEMPERATURE MEASURED AT 125°F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS ADJUSTED THE WATER TEMPERATURE SO THAT IT WILL NOT EXCEED 110°F.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A PLASTIC BANK PLAY HOUSE IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE WITH HOLES IN THE OUTER SURFACE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS REPAIRED HOLES IN THE PLAY EQUIPMENT SO THAT THE JAGGED EDGES ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE SCHOOL AGES AND THE TWOS ROOMS, AND ON THE POLES OF THE OUTDOOR PLAY EQUIPMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS HAD AREAS REPAINTED SO THAT THERE IS NO CHIPPED PAINT ON INDOOR OR OUTDOOR SURFACES OF THE FACILITY.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON SEPTEMBER 30, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A PLASTIC BANK PLAY HOUSE IN THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE WITH HOLES IN THE OUTER SURFACE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “PROVIDER HAS FILLED AND COVERED THE HOLES TO ENSURE THAT THE EDGES ARE NOT ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.”
Core safety Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 21, 2021, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 (HIRED 7-12-21) CONTAINED A PDE FBI CLEARANCE, WHICH IS NO LONGER ACCEPTED UNDER THE CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 1, 2021): “STAFF #1 WILL OBTAIN A DHS FBI CLEARANCE, AND WILL NOT WORK IN A CHILDCARE POSITION UNTIL ALL DOCUMENTS ARE RECEIVED AND ON FILE.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 21, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THE WINDOW SILL IN EARLY PRESCHOOL ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING, THE LIGHT IN THE EARLY PRESCHOOL ROOM IN NEED OF REPAIR, A DUSTY AIR VENT IN THE PRESCHOOL ROOM IN NEED OF CLEANING, MULTIPLE BASEBOARDS THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY IN NEED OF CLEANING, THE BATHROOM FLOOR IN THE PRE-K ROOM IN NEED OF REPAIR, AND SHARP HOLES ON THE WALL NEXT TO THE SINK IN THE 2 YEAR OLD ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 20, 2021): “Window sill in early preschool room was cleaned and painted. Light in early preschool room was changed and repaired. Air vent in preschool was dusted and cleaned. All baseboards were dusted and painted. Sharp holes in the wall next to sink in 2 year old room were covered. Bathroom floor will be…”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 21, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED CHIPPED PAINT ON THE BASEBOARDS NEAR THE PRESCHOOL ROOM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 26, 2021): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE THE BASEBOARDS PAINTED AND WILL REPAIR ANY OTHER AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE FACILITY.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 21, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A SLIDE ON THE OUTDOOR PLAY SPACE THAT WAS BROKEN WITH SHARP EDGES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 10, 2021): “Slide has been closed off to children until the broken sliding board is removed. Work order has been submitted. Slide will be removed and a barrier will be put in its place. The slide will not be used or accessible until all repairs have been completed.”
Citation Oct 21, 2021 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)/3270.151(c)(5)
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 21, 2021, THE RECORD OF STAFF #2 CONTAINED A HEALTH SUMMARY THAT WAS NOT SIGNED BY THE PHYSICIAN AND DID NOT INCLUDE THE PHYSICIAN'S ASSESSMENT OF THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILDCARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2021): “STAFF WILL OBTAIN A COMPLETE HEALTH ASSESSMENT INCUDING THE PHYSICIAN'S SIGNATURE AND ASSESSMENT OF SUITABILITY TO PROVIDE CHILDCARE.”

“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 Feb 27, 2024 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 106 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Oct 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Feb 26, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator La Petite Academy INC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 361-7274
State certificate # CER-00259838
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has La Petite Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Jun 22, 2026 (background checks): “During the inspection on 07/20/26 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care services and their file did not include a DHS FBI clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about La Petite Academy?

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 La Petite Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Feb 26, 2026. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does La Petite Academy compare with other daycares in Lansdale?

It is tied for #20 of 25 centers in Lansdale by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was La Petite Academy last inspected?

Jun 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs La Petite Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is La Petite Academy 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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