La Petite Academy · Exton

91 Sheree Blvd, Exton, PA 19341 · Chester County

1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

La Petite Academy is a certified child care center in Exton, PA, with capacity for 141 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 29 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 29). 5 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 #9 of 15 centers in Exton and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

Tied for #9 of 15 centers in Exton

4 Core-safety citations

25 Other citations

7 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

29 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected May 11, 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

Records & paperwork 10

Building & playground safety 5

Health & medication 4

Training & qualifications 4

Background checks 2

Supervision 2

Emergency preparedness 1

Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 11, 2026 Inspection Background checks

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

During the allocated unannounced inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files for staff #1 is missing a NSOR clearance and staff #4 is missing the # required clearances for DELAWARE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2026): “staff #1 and staff #4 will not be allowed to work until they get the required clearances.”

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #3 did not have TB test results and the file for staff #4 did not have a physical or TB results.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2026): “Provider will obtain tb results for staff #3 and get TB results and a physical for staff #4.”

Citation May 11, 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)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 and staff #3 did not include a verification of childcare experience and the file for staff #2 did not include a verification education.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2026): “Provider will obtain verification of education for staff #3 and get employment verification forms that show childcare experience for staff #1 and put it into their files.”

Citation May 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2, staff#3, staff #4, did not include two non-family references.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2026): “Provider will obtain two non-family references for staff #2, staff#3 and staff #4”

Citation Apr 2, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

During the allocated unannounced inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the required health and safety trainings.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Provider will have staff #1 take the required health and safety trainings.”

Core safety Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Background checks

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2 is missing the New York criminal,NY child abuse and NY sex offender clearances. 2. Staff #4 does not have mandated reporter training in their file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider will no longer have staff #2 or staff #4 working with children until staff #2 receives their NY clearances and until staff #4 takes the mandated reporter training.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was chipped paint throughout in the following areas: the pre K room on the blue wall under the window and on the yellow wall in the dramatic play area.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Provider repair/repaint the chipped paint on the blue and yellow walls in the pre k room.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #3,STAFF #4 AND STAFF #5 did not include a physical or TB test results.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 30, 2025): “Provider will obtain a physical and tb results for staff #3, staff #4 and staff #5.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment as required per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider will create a shaken baby/abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy and ensure that it includes the recognition for potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing or distraught child and the identification…”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2 and staff #3 trained in a PQAS certified pediatric cpr and first aid course given by a PQAS certified instructor.”

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Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walk through and there were no posted emergency transportation plans throughout the facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Provider will post the emergency transportation plan in every child care space.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 childrens files and the file for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for the administration of minor first aid by facility staff.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Provider will obtain the written signature giving consent to minor first aid from the parent of child #1.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #2,staff #3, staff #4 and staff #5 did not include a verification of childcare experience. Staff #2 and staff #4 need a verification of education.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 22, 2025): “Provider will obtain employment verification forms that show childcare experience for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4 and staff #5 and get a verification of education for staff #2 and staff #4 and put it into their files.”

Citation Jul 8, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

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

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #3 and staff #5 did not include two non family references.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2025): “Provider will obtain two non family references for staff #3 and staff #5”

Citation Jun 18, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

At the time of the inspection, Staff 2 did not have proof of a physical that was less than 24 months old.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 19, 2024): “Staff 2 had an appointment with their physician and will have a physical and proof will be kept on file.”

Citation Jun 18, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

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

Staff 1 did not have proof of an acceptable CPR training; she only had an online CPR training, and was past 90 days from hire.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2024): “Staff 1 will obtain Pediatric CPR and First Aid. Until such time as the required Pre-service training are complete, staff 1 must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an AGS who has completed the related to this citation.”

Core safety Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection on 7/18/23, Staff Person #1 could not effectively identify her assigned group.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Staff member was told she cold keep a list on of names for her primary group on her person. She was also told to use list to effectively identify the children in her group.”

Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

During the renewal inspection on 7/18/23: 1. The wood trim along the window seal in the rear playground area was chipping and in poor repair. 2. There are 2 severely chipped wood corner moldings on the right side of the building.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Provider put in work order for trim and molding on 7/24/23 and on 7/26/23 a company came to do an estimate for the work needed to be done. Provider will follow-up with facility manager to see when work will be completed.”

Citation Jul 18, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)

During the renewal inspection on 7/18/23, there were no instructions for parents to access the regulations electronically.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 3, 2023): “Electronic QR code for regulations has been posted on window near front of attendance kiosk and next to attendance kiosk.”

Core safety Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, STAFF PERSON #1 WAS NOT ABLE TO EFFECTIVELY DISTINGUISH WHO HER ASSIGNED CHILDREN WERE DURING OBSERVATION OF THE PRE-K ROOM.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “All staff members were told to make a list of their primary care group that can be accessible at anytime. Also staff members will need to keep an updated primary care group list in their classroom.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED CONSPICUOUSLY.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Emergency plan was moved to kiosk are, where parents/guardians check their child/children in-or-out.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

No business simultaneous use 55 Pa. Code §3270.61(f)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THERE WERE WINDOW SCREENS AND CARDBOARD BOXES IN THE PRESCHOOL 1 ROOM. THE CHILDCARE SPACE WAS BEING USED FOR STORAGE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Window screens and cardboard boxes were removed from Preschool 1.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THERE WAS AN UNWOUND WATER HOSE IN THE OUTDOOR PLAYSPACE THAT POSED AN UNSAFE CONDITION FOR THE CHILDREN.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Hose was placed in outdoor closet with sprinkler.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety

Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THERE WERE BROKEN PLASTIC CONES IN THE OUTDOOR PLAYSPACE. THERE WAS ALSO A BROKEN HOSE REEL WITH EXPOSED SHARP EDGES THAT WAS IN POOR REPAIR.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “All broken cones and other playground toys were removed on 9-30-22. Broken hose reel was removed 10-31-22.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, STAFF PERSON #2 AND 3 DID NOT HAVE MANTOUX TEST AND READ RESULTS WITH DATES.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Staff member #2 handed in mantoux results on 10-4-22. Staff member #3 was employment was terminated on 10-13-22.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE PICK-UP AND DROP-OFF PROCEDURE POSTED CONSPICUOUSLY.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Drop-off and pick-up procedure was printed and posted on window behind check in/out kiosk for all parents/guardians to see/review.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION FOR CHILD #1 WAS DATED 12/1/21. EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION MUST BE UPDATED AND SIGNED EVERY 6 MONTHS.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Child #1's mother completed and returned updated emergency contact form on 10-4-22.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION OR TRAINING ON FILE.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Staff member no longer works for company. Termination date was 10-13-22.”

Citation Sep 29, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 9/29/22, STAFF PERSON #2, 3 AND 4 DID NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED ANNUAL MINIMUM 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 8, 2022): “Staff members #2 and #4 will complete training hours by 11-18-22. Staff member #3 no longer works for the company.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$93.20	$79.20
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$90.00	$76.60
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$86.00	$73.20
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$80.00	$68.00

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

Capacity 141 children

Certificate status Regular

Certificate valid through Jul 24, 2027

Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Apr 28, 2026 · what STARS means

Operator La Petite Academy INC

Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (610) 594-9224

State certificate # CER-00259994

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Common questions

Has La Petite Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 11, 2026 (background checks): “During the allocated unannounced inspection, certification representative reviewed 7 staff files and the files for staff #1 is missing a NSOR clearance and staff #4 is missing the # required clearances for DELAWARE.” 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 no complaint investigation that found a violation at La Petite Academy since 2021. 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 Apr 28, 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 Exton?

It is tied for #9 of 15 centers in Exton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was La Petite Academy last inspected?

May 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does La Petite Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $93.20 for infant, $90.00 for young toddler, $86.00 for older toddler, $80.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

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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