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Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center · Springfield

433 E Woodland Ave, Springfield, PA 19064 · Delaware County
Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade, October 2026 (COMPASS status: Pending Appeal) Provisional certificate 2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 4 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 1

Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Springfield, PA, with capacity for 42 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 16 times and confirmed violations in 4 complaint investigations. The state cited 73 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (23 of 73). 6 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 #5 of 12 centers in Springfield and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 50% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #5 of 12 centers in Springfield
6 Core-safety citations
67 Other citations
16 Inspections
4 Complaint investigations that found violations
73 citations from 20 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 6 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 17, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Aug 17, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Jul 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jun 26, 2026 · Inspection · no citation May 28, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 13, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 25, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 25, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Oct 8, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 3, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 17, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 6, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 13, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 15, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 1, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 23
Records & paperwork 22
Health & medication 12
Training & qualifications 6
Background checks 3
Staff ratios 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Food & feeding 2
Caregiver conduct 1

Citations, newest first

Follow-up Jul 16, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 7-16-2026 during a follow-up visit, staff persons #1 was out of ratio with 7 children in care, the youngest being 1 yr. old. Continued noncompliance from an unannounced visit on 3-27-2026 and 4-13-2026.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Jul 21, 2026): “1. Effective immediately, Little Friends Academy has reviewed all classroom groupings to ensure that when children of mixed ages are grouped together, the staff-to-child ratio is based on the age of the youngest child in the group, in accordance with § 3270.51. Staffing assignments have been…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Apr 13, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 4-13-2026 during a follow-up visit, staff persons #1 and #2 were out of ratio with 12 children in care, the youngest being 1 yr. old. Continued noncompliance from an unannounced visit on 3-27-2026.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jul 16, 2026): “1) Staff/child ratios will be maintained at all times- 04/13/2026 2) Ratio documentation form will be completed, and the facility will maintain the required staff/child ratios at all times - 05/13/2026 3) Referral was sent to the ELRC, and all staff members completed supervision training -…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Core safety Mar 27, 2026 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 3-27-2026 during an unannounced visit, staff person #1 was out of ratio with 11 children in care, the youngest being 1 yr. old.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “All staff members received training on staff/child ratio. Staff schedules were modified to ensure ratio is in accordance with the requirements.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Feb 25, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 2-25-2026 during an unannounced visit, staff person #1 was working alone with children and did not have a DHS FBI clearance or out of state clearances on file. Staff person #2 did not have out of state clearances on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff persons #1 and #2 may not work in a childcare setting until clearances have been obtained.”
Citation Feb 25, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 2-25-2026 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that floorboards in the facility were lifting.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Floorboards were repaired.”
Citation Feb 25, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 2-25-2026 during an unannounced visit, there was a fallen tree in the outdoor play space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Fallen branch was removed from playground area.”
Citation Feb 25, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 2-25-2026 during an unannounced visit, staff person #2 did not have a health assessment on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff #2 health assessment was added to her file”
Citation Feb 25, 2026 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)
On 2-25-2026 during an unannounced visit, staff person #1 was working alone with children unsupervised and did not have Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 23, 2026): “Staff # 1 completed CPR/First aid training.”
Core safety Oct 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
On 10-8-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified by staff that 2 staff persons were arguing in the presence of children, and harsh, demeaning or abusive language was used.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 23, 2025): “Staff persons were terminated from their positions.”
Citation Oct 8, 2025 Complaint investigation Training & qualifications
Director qualifications 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)
On 10-8-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that staff person #1 was not qualified to be a director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “There is a director in place at the facility.”
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Citation Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 10-3-2025 during an unannounced visit, the file of staff person #1 did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “a health assessment was included on staff person # 1 file”
Citation Oct 3, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 10-3-2025 during an unannounced visit, staff person #1 was observed working alone with children and did not complete the Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 8, 2025): “Staff person # 1 completed health and safety training”
Citation Sep 17, 2025 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 9-17-2025 during a complaint investigation, it was verified that the outdoor play space has areas that are hazardous to children. The posts at the top of the swing set on the older kids side were not secure, causing the post to shift and slide across the top. The fence facing the creek is indented and the reinforcement has rolled up. Along the bottom of the fence has sharp wires sticking out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2025): “Two swings were removed from the swing set. The fence was reinforced, and sharp wires were cut or bent over.”
Follow-up Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 9-11-2025 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 each left the other teachers out of ratio with 13 children in care, the youngest being 2 years old. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 8-6-2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “Staff #1, #2, #3 have taken supervision trainings.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 9-11-2025 during an unannounced follow-up visit, hand sanitizer was on the counter/desk in the Preschool room. There was Lysol disinfectant spray on the toilet bowl cover in the bathroom labeled Staff/Adult.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Hand sanitizer and Lysol spray were removed and placed inaccessible to children.”
Follow-up Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 9-11-2025 during an unannounced follow-up visit, the walls in the Older Toddler classroom were dirty. Continued noncompliance from Renewal inspection on 8-6-2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “The walls on older toddles room were cleaned.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
On 9-11-2025 during an unannounced follow-up visit, the bathroom labeled children's bathroom did not have any lighting. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 8-6-2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Lights in children bathroom were replaced.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
On 9-11-2025 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff person #2 did not wash their hands or the hands of child #1 after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Staff #2 received training on hand washing procedures.”
Core safety Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #3 had an expired FBI clearance dated 1-14-2020 and an expired Mandated Reporter training dated 3-2-2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Staff #3 finished mandated report training on 08/06/2025 and had her FBI clearance on 08/18/2025.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2 and #3 each left the other teachers out of ratio with 13 children in care, the youngest being 2 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “Staff #1, #2, #3 have taken supervision trainings.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, a protective receptacle was missing in the bathroom labeled adult/staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “A protective receptable was placed in the electrical outlet in the bathroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash can in the adult/staff bathroom was not lined with a plastic bag and had materials contaminated by human secretions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “A plastic trash bag was placed on the trash can in adult bathroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the walls in the Older Toddler classroom were dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “The walls were cleaned in the classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lighting 55 Pa. Code §3270.78
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the bathroom labeled children's bathroom did not have any lighting.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “The provider placed a light bulb in the bathroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Glass 55 Pa. Code §3270.81
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the glass doors in the front Preschool room did not have a visual strip or identification placed on the glass.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “A visual identification was placed on the glass door.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the toy kitchen in the Older Toddler room had a broken faucet spout and the Sesame Street toy was dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “The broken faucet in the kitchen toy was covered, and sesame toy was replaced.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #2 did not wash their hands or the hands of child #1 after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “Staff #2 received training on hand washing procedures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the diaper changing surface in the Toddlers room was not cleaned after use with a sanitizing solution or by changing a pad or other surface covering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “The diaper change surface was cleaned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #4 did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Health assessment for staff #4 was added to their file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, a written plan of daily activities and routines was not posted in the Older Toddlers room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 11, 2025): “A written plan of activities and routine was posted in the classroom.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of child #2 did not include a child service report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “A child service report was made for child #2.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #2 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Specific child's arrival and departure times were noted in the agreement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #2 did not specify the child's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Date of admission was noted in the agreement.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 did not list the telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Source of medical care and phone number of child's physician were noted on emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not include the child's health insurance/MA coverage.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Health insurance coverage information was noted on child's emergency contact form”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Aug 6, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On 8-6-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2 and #3 did not include the release person's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2025): “Release person address was noted on child #2 and child #3's emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Follow-up Oct 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
On 10-7-2024 during a follow-up visit, the Toddlers (Inventors) Room did not have a source of running water for handwashing by the diapering area. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 9-13-2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2024): “A source of running water was added by the diaper area in the Toddlers Room.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Oct 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 10-7-2024 during a follow-up visit, the small pink, green and purple doll house in the Toddler Room was dirty. The stairs of the changing table and the side of the changing table were also dirty. Continued noncompliance from the Renewal inspection on 9-13-2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2024): “The doll house was disposed of and replace with a new one. The changing table was cleaned properly.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Oct 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
On 10-7-2024 during a follow-up visit, the Preschool/Pre-K outdoor play space by the swings did not have enough loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 9-13-2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2024): “Loose-fill was added to the Preschool/Pre-K outdoor play space.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 13, 2024): “The provider posted a copy of the facility's emergency plan in a conspicuous location on site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.63/3270.76
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the Preschool/Pre-K outdoor play space had trees and overgrown plants that prevented the children from use of the entire play space. Tree stumps were sticking out of the ground in the Preschool/Pre-K space. The outdoor play space used by all children had large rocks by the toy driving cars. The fence near the toy driving cars was broken. Several cement parking barriers in the outdoor play space used by everyone had screws sticking out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “All necessary corrections were made in the playground area.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the extension cord in the Toddler Room was missing a protective receptacle cover. The bathroom labeled staff (acknowledged by staff that children have access) was missing a protective receptacle cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Protective receptacle covers were placed in the extension cord. A protective receptacle outlet cover was placed in the outlet in the bathroom labeled staff.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the Toddlers (Inventors) Room had a cabinet containing toxins (Lysol spray, a bottle of bleach and water, disinfectant wipes) that were easily accessible inside of it. On top of the cabinet were diapering creams (Boudreaux's butt paste, Desitin, Diaper paste) that were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Cleaning and toxic materials were placed in a locked cabinet.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the office, located in the Preschool (Achievers) Room and the Toddlers (Inventors) Room did not have emergency telephone numbers (nearest hospital, fire department, ambulance and poison control) were not posted by the telephones.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “The emergency telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, ambulance and poison control were posted by each telephone in the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the bottom of the green back wall in the Toddler Room was dirty. The wall by the mirror in the Infant room and the wall to the left upon entrance into the infant room was dirty as well as the shelves with the baby doughnut (boppy) pillows. The wall leading from the Preschool/Pre-K room to the Infant room was dirty. The heating vent in the Young Toddler Room was dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “All walls and mirrors were cleaned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, under the light switch in the bathroom marked Staff was dirty. The sink was very wobbly. The doorframe borders around both bathrooms were dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Toilet areas and fixtures were cleaned and fixed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the Toddlers (Inventors) Room did not have a source of running water for handwashing by the diapering area. The Young toddlers (Explores) Room had an empty portable sink by the diapering area.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “The portable sink was filled with water. The diaper area in the toddler room was moved closer to the handwashing station.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the small pink, green and purple doll house in the Toddler Room was dirty. The stairs of the changing table and the side of the changing table were also dirty. The changing table in the Infant room was dusty. The aqua blue baby jumper/saucer was dirty. A ripped pack 'n play was leaning against the brick wall in the Outdoor play space used by all children.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “The doll house and changing tables were cleaned. The baby saucer was cleaned.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the Preschool/Pre-K outdoor play space by the swings did not have enough loose-fill or unitary playground protective surface covering that meets the recommendations of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Loose-fill was added on the playground area.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the outdoor play space used by all children had mulch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Mulch was removed. All small objects were removed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #3 was observed not washing a child's hands after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (not accepted, Oct 3, 2024): “Portable sink was filled with water. Staff washed her hands.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #4 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Staff person #4's last day at the facility was 9-13-2024.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #2 did not include the tuberculosis screening on the health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Staff person #2 has the TB screening on the health assessment.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.152
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, staff person #3 did not wash their hands after diapering a child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 18, 2024): “All staff will be sure to wash hands after toileting and diapering a child.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the liability insurance on file at the facility had an expiration date of 12-17-2023 and 4-19-2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Updated liability insurance was printed and added to the facility's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 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)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #2 did not include Pediatric first-aid/CPR training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Staff person #2 completed Pediatric first aid /CPR training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not contain an updated fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed the Fire safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the daily activities schedule was not posted in the Toddler Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2024): “Daily activities schedule was posted in the Toddler Room.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of child #1 and child #4 did not have the fee amount listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The fee amount was added to the agreement forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the files of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not contain child services reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Child service reports were added to the files of the children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of child #1 and child #2 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The agreement forms were updated with persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)/3270.182(8)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #7 did not show proof that the parent received the original agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The original agreement form was received by the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #7 did not include the name and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Child's physician's phone number was added to the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of child #4 and child #7 did not include written consent by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Written consent by a parent was added to the children's emergency contact forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #7 did not include information about the child's special needs as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Information about the child's special needs have been added to the emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #6 did not contain the MA policy number. The emergency contact form of child #7 did not contain health insurance coverage and policy number information.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The policy number was added to child #6's emergency contact form. The insurance information was added to child #7's emergency contact form.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the financial agreement forms of child #1 and child #5 were not updated within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The agreement forms of child #1 and child #5 have been updated.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of child #5 and child #7 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The contact forms of child #5 and child #7 were updated with the necessary signatures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of child #4 and child #7 did not contain 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, Oct 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of child #4 and child #7 were updated with the necessary signatures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of child #5 and child #7 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “The contact forms of child #5 and child #7 were updated with the necessary signatures.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #3 did not contain proof of education or experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Staff person #3's last day at the facility was 9-13-2024.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Sep 13, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On 9-13-2024 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #1 only contained 4 hours of annual PD trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 3, 2024): “Staff person #1 completed 12 hours of annual PD.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 1-5-2024 during an unannounced visit, staff persons #1 and #2 files did not contain NSOR's.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 18, 2024): “The provider will have staff persons #1 and #2 request a copy of their NSOR's.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 1-5-2024 during an unannounced visit, the rear classroom contained 2 bottles of hand sanitizer, a can of Lysol spray and a spray bottle of bleach and water. The office's desk also had a bottle of hand sanitizer located on the counter upon entry.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2024): “The provider immediately put away all toxins.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
11/14/23 during the renewal inspection, the sink located near the changing table was out of order and not available for handwashing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 30, 2023): “The portable sink will remain full and will be available at all times and the switch will be checked to ensure that the power is on.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Complaint investigation Health & medication
2 hour diaper check 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(e)
At the time of inspection, it was verified that children in infant class was not being checked and or changed every 2 hours.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Legal entity terminated staff and reinforced the check / changing charts for the infant class that is monitored by the director hourly.”
Citation Aug 15, 2023 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
At the time of investigation, no written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant could be obtained from the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 15, 2023): “Legal entity terminated staff and reinforced feeding schedules from parents and monitors them hourly.”
Citation Sep 1, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE FACILITY HAD AN EMERGENCY PLAN THAT DID NOT PROVIDE FOR ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS AND TODDLERS. THE PROVIDER WILL UPDATE THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE INFANTS AND TODDLERS IN CARE. THE PROVIDER WILL REVIEW ALL REGULATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS RELATED TO THE EMERGENCY PLAN PRIOR TO EACH UPDATE TO ENSURE THAT ALL CRITERIA ARE MET.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 7, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL UPDATE THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR THE INFANTS AND TODDLERS IN CARE.”
Citation Sep 1, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
THE PROVIDER WILL INSPECT THE OUTDOOR EQUIPMENT PERIODICALLY TO ENSURE THAT IT IS IN GOOD CONDITION AND DOES NOT HAVE ANY PEELING PAINT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 7, 2022): “THE OPERATOR WILL HAVE THE OUTDOOR ROCKER TOYS REPAINTED.”
Citation Sep 1, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT THE REFRIGERATOR IN THE 1YO ROOM HAD A TEMPERATURE OF 48 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT ON THE THERMOMETOR INSDIE THE REFRIGERATOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 7, 2022): “THE OPERATOR WILL GET THE TEMPERATURE INSIDE THE REFRIGERATOR TO 45 DEGREES FAHRENHEIT OR BELOW BY LOWERING THE TEMPERATURE, REPAIRING THE REFRIGERATOR, OR REPLACING THE REFRIGERATOR.”
Citation Sep 1, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
AT THE TIME OF THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED THAT STAFF #1 DID NOT HAVE A HEALTH ASSESSMENT DATED WITHIN THE LAST 24 MONTHS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 7, 2022): “STAFF #1 WILL OBTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT AND PROVIDE DOCUMENTATION FOR THE STAFF 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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Feb 25, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Oct 8, 2025 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Sep 17, 2025 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 15, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations 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.

Enforcement actions

Provisional Certificate of Compliance for Downgrade Oct 7, 2026
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $46.00 $39.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $46.00 $39.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $46.00 $39.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $46.00 $39.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $46.00 $39.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $44.00 $39.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $44.00 $39.00

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 Provisional
Certificate valid through Jan 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Sep 24, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Little Friends Nursery & Day Care INC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 328-0221
State certificate # CER-00261939
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Mar 27, 2026 (staff ratios): “On 3-27-2026 during an unannounced visit, staff person #1 was out of ratio with 11 children in care, the youngest being 1 yr. old.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center?

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.

What is Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Sep 24, 2020. 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 Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Springfield?

It is tied for #5 of 12 centers in Springfield by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center last inspected?

Sep 17, 2026 (ns- unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $46.00 for newborn, $46.00 for infant, $46.00 for young toddler, $46.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Little Friends Nursery & Day Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Little Friends Nursery & Day Care 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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