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Lil Sprouts Child Care

219 W Main St, Monongahela, PA 15063 · Washington County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Lil Sprouts Child Care is a certified child care center in Monongahela, PA, with capacity for 42 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 36 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 36). 22 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #42 of 55 centers in Washington County and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 90% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #42 of 55 centers in Washington County
3 Core-safety citations
33 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
36 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 22 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 26, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 26, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Dec 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 29, 2025 · 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 11
Health & medication 10
Training & qualifications 10
Background checks 3
Building & playground safety 1
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #1 has mandated reporter training dated 2/25/26, which is more than 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff #2 has a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 9/5/25, They do not have a DHS FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 9, 2026): “Will have staff #2 complete DHS FBI clearance. Staff #2 will not return to a childcare position until the clearance has been obtained.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
The newly constructed wall in the infant space lacks a baseboard, leaving a gap between the bottom of the wall and the floor, creating a potential hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Baseboard was added to infant room along the newly constructed wall.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The file for child #1, enrolled for more than 60 days (see LIS code sheet) does not include written verification of immunizations. The written verification of immunizations for child #2 is attached to the initial health assessment dated 1/15/26, which is more than 60 days after the child's date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2026): “Parent if Child #1 submitted a record and health assessment.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The health assessment for staff #1 is dated 9/19/25, which is after the date of providing initial service in a childcare setting (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #1 has a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The tuberculosis testing for staff #1 is dated 9/19/25, which is after the date of providing initial service in a childcare setting (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #1 has a current tuberculosis test with a negative result.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
The refrigerator in the infant space contained 4 infant feeding bottles that were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “All bottles have labeled with the child's name.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The initial health assessment for child #2 is dated 1/15/26, which is more than 60 days after the date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Child #2 has a current health assessment.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #1, enrolled for more than 60 days (see LIS code sheet) does not include an initial health assessment signed and dated by a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2026): “Will have child #1 obtain a health assessment and add it to their file.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff #4 has current fire safety training dated 2/25/26, which is more than one year after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #4 has current fire safety training.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff #2 completed health and safety training on 1/25/26 (Part 1) and 1/26/26 (Part 2), which is more than 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #2 has completed the health and safety trainings.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
The file for staff #3, an assistant group supervisor, does not have verification of education (diploma or general educational development certificate).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “A copy of high school transcripts were obtained and added to the file for staff #3.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The file for child #1, enrolled for more than six months (see LIS code sheet), does not include a child service report to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “A child service report was completed for child #1 and placed in the child's file”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
The file for child #1, enrolled longer than six months (see LIS code sheet), does not include a parent signature stating that they have reviewed emergency contact information and fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2026): “Parent of child #1 will review and sign the fee agreement and emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The file for staff #3 does not include two written nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #2 provided two non-family references and they were placed in their employee file.”
Citation Feb 26, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
Staff #1 and staff #2 obtained pediatric first-aid and CPR training on 2/3/26, which is more than 90 days after their dates of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Staff #1 and #2 have current pediatric first aid and CPR training.”
Core safety Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff #2 has a signed disclosure statement dated 9/22/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff #3 does not have a signed and dated disclosure statement in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Staff #2 and #3 have signed and dated disclosure statements on file.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The health assessment for staff #2 is dated 9/19/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Staff #2 has a current health assessment on file.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
The result of the tuberculosis screening for staff #2 is dated 9/19/25, which is after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “The tb screening for staff #2 was provided, but dated after the date of hire.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Staff person #1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 8/22/25. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 13, 2026): “Staff #1 will renew their cpr/first aide and provide a copy to the center.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Staff #1 will complete the required training and provide a copy of the certificate to the center.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)
The files for staff #2 and staff #3, both aides, do not include a high school diploma or general educational development certificate.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Staff menmbers #2 and #3 both provided a copy of either a high school diploma or transcripts.”
Citation Dec 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The files for staff #2 and #3 do 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, Jan 5, 2026): “Staff #2 and #3 provided two written references from non family members.”
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Core safety Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The records for staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not include a copy of the disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Disclosure statements were signed and dated by staff persons #2 and #3 and placed inside their employee files.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
The written verification of immunizations for child #2 and child #5 were attached to health assessments dated 4/17/25 and 3/18/25, respectively. These dates are more than 60 days after each child's date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The immunizations information was obtained more than 60 days past the first day of attendance, however the records are currently in the children's file.”
Citation Apr 29, 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 record for staff person #1 contained a health assessment and tuberculin skin test that were dated 4/28/25 and 3/8/25, respectively. These dates are after the date of hire. (see LIS code sheet) The record for staff person #3 did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The health assessment and tb test were past the hire date for employee #1, and both documents are in employee's file. The health assessment for employee #3 was obtained and put into employee file.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
The initial health assessment for child #2 is dated 4/17/25, which is more than 60 days after the date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet). The initial health assessment for child #5 is dated 3/18/25, which is more than 60 days after the date of enrollment (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The forms were later than 60 days but were currently in the child's file.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff #3 completed the professional development training, and it was placed into the employee's file.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #3 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff person #3 completed mandated reporter training and it was placed into staff person #3's employee file.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
The record for staff person #1, an assistant group supervisor, did not include a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate. The record also did not include verification of 2 years' experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Staff person #1 provided a copy of high school diploma a childcare employment verification form and both were placed into the employee's file.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
The emergency contact information for child #4 and child #5 did not include the enrolling parent's work address or work telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The work address and telephone number were added to the emergency contact form for child #4 and #5.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)
The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Written consent box for emergency medical care was signed by the parent/guardian of child #1.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
The emergency contact information for child #1, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “Any special needs information or "n/a" or "-" was inserted where appropriate for child #1, #3, #4 and #5 was completed by the parent/guardian on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
The emergency contact information for child #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The address of the designated individual who the child may be released to was added to the emergency contact form for child #2.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
The record for child #1 did not include consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The section for consent for administration of medication and special dietary needs on the emergency contact form for child #1 was signed by parent to give consent.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The records for child #1, child #3, and child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The consent for administration of first aid section was signed by a parent/guardian for child #1, #3 and #4.”
Citation Apr 29, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
The record for staff person #1 did not include two written nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “A second written nonfamily reference was obtained for staff person #1 and added to the employee's file.”

“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.) $53.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.00 —
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $50.00 —
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $48.00 —
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $32.00 $25.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $32.00 $25.00

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 42 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 14, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 19, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Lil Sprouts Child Care LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (412) 443-2876
State certificate # CER-00254587
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Common questions

Has Lil Sprouts Child Care had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Feb 26, 2026 (background checks): “Staff #1 has mandated reporter training dated 2/25/26, which is more than 90 days after their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff #2 has a PA Department of Education FBI clearance dated 9/5/25, They do not have a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Lil Sprouts Child Care?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lil Sprouts Child Care since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Lil Sprouts Child Care’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 19, 2025. 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 Lil Sprouts Child Care compare with other daycares in Washington County?

It is tied for #42 of 55 centers in Washington County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Lil Sprouts Child Care last inspected?

Feb 26, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Lil Sprouts Child Care cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $53.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $50.00 for older toddler, $48.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Lil Sprouts Child Care?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lil Sprouts Child Care 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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