Lakeside Girls Academy is a certified child care center in North Wales, PA, with capacity for 23 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 19 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 19). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 14 centers in North Wales and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include an updated training regarding the emergency plan.
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an updated health report at least every 6 months for a young toddler.
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1 and #2 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. (Question #2)
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of staff persons #1 and #2 did not include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children and the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide childcare. (Question #3)
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include information on the child's special needs.
During the renewal inspection on 9/2/26, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
During the renewal on 9/3/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an updated health assessment. Document presented dated 2/13/2025.
During the renewal inspection on 9/3/25, it was observed that there was no document to verify that an emergency drill was conducted at least annually.
Continued non-compliance was observed on 10/3/24 in that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 11/8/2023.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 11/8/2023.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/24, it was observed that staff person #1 was working alone with children. The records of staff person #1 did not include acceptable Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 and child #3 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include a copy of requests for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2, and staff person #3 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include verification of childcare experience, and training prior to service at the facility. The records of staff person #2 did not include acceptable verification of education is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational entity.
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include 12 clock hours of child care training.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $90.65 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $85.33 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $83.20 | — |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Lakeside Girls Academy had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Sep 5, 2023 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 9/5/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #4 did not include a copy of requests for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Lakeside Girls Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lakeside Girls Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Lakeside Girls Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 10, 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 Lakeside Girls Academy compare with other daycares in North Wales?
It is #8 of 14 centers in North Wales by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Lakeside Girls Academy last inspected?
Sep 2, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Lakeside Girls Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $90.65 for infant, $85.33 for young toddler, $83.20 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Lakeside Girls Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lakeside Youth Service.
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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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