Play and Learn-Lansdale
Play and Learn-Lansdale is a certified child care center in Lansdale, PA, with capacity for 130 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times. The state cited 49 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (17 of 49). 6 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 #18 of 25 centers in Lansdale and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection on 7/16/26 the files for staff person# 1 and 2 did not include a signed copy of the latest/current disclosure statement.
During the inspection on 7/16/26 in the Pioneers classroom the hot water temperature measured 121.6° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 7/16/2026 the file for staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 8/23/24 (date of hire: see code list).
During the inspection on 7/16/2026 a cup and bottles in the Cuddlebugs classroom and a cup in the Red Butterflies classroom were observed not labeled.
During the inspection on 7/16/2026 the file records for child # 1 did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/16/2026 the Caterpillars classroom did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 the sink in the Adventurers classroom of the hot water temperature measured 112.1° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 four high chairs in the Cuddlebugs Classroom was observed not having the t shaped safety strap.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 the file record for child # 7 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and did not include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 7/30/2025 the file records for staff persons #1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
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During the inspection on 7/30/25 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 the file record for child #8 did not include an emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 the file records for child #2,3 and 6 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/30/25 the file records for child # 1,4, and 5 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 7/30/2025 the Kindergarten room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #8 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 8/29/24 staff person #1 and 3 were observed having a total of 11 children in the Red Butterflies Classroom outside in the play yard. Staff person #3 gave responsibility of 7 children and staff person #1 did not know how many children they were assigned to and did not know the names and whereabouts of the children in their assigned group.
During the inspection on 8/29/2024 the file records for staff person#2 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 7/25/24 the bathroom in the Explorer's classroom was observed having a baseboard border hanging from the wall.
During the inspection on 7/25/24 the Adventurer's classroom did not have the appropriate handwashing sign near the sink and toilets.
During the inspection on 7/25/24 the radiator cover was not securely mounted to the wall and another radiator cover was accessible (easily open) posing a potential safety hazards.
During the inspection on 7/25/24 the crib for child #1 in the Cuddle Bugs Classroom did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 7/25/2024 the file records for staff person # 1and 2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 7/25/24 the Butterflies classroom did not have a daily schedule posted.
During the inspection on 7/25/2024 the Adventurer's room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #2 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 2/14/19 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file record for staff person#2 did not include a NSOR clearance and included a Child Abuse clearance for volunteer purposes. The file record for staff person# 5 included a child abuse clearance for the volunteer purposes. The file record for staff person #13 did not include a NSOR clearance. Staff Person #2,5 and 13--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the hot water temperature measured 119.7° F.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file records for staff persons #2 and 12 did not include an initial health assessment. The file record for staff person #7 did not include a health assessment that was signed by a physician, physician's assistant, or CRNP. The file record for staff person #11did not include an updated health assessment.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file records for staff #1,2,3 4,5,6,7,8,9, and 11 did not include a current written evaluation.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file records for staff person #2 and 7 did not include verification of childcare experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file record for child # 1 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 8/3/2023 the file records for staff person# 10, 12 and 14 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During unannounced inspection on May 18, 2023, video footage reviewed showed staff #1 looking at her phone for extended periods of time (observed at approximately 12:20-12:30 pm and 12:49-12:57 pm on May 5, 2023) while responsible for supervising children. Cert rep also observed children placed behind cubbies during rest time that were not able to be seen by staff.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #3 DID NOT INCLUDE THE RESULTS OF THE DHS FBI CLEARANCE, AND THE RECORDS OF STAFF #6 AND #11 DID NOT INCLUDE THE RESULTS OF THE NSOR VERIFICATION AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AIR VENTS IN NEED OF CLEANING IN THE ADVENTURERS BATHROOM, HOLES IN THE WALL OUTSIDE THE VOYAGERS BATHROOM AND MOLDING IN NEED OF REPAIR IN THE VOYAGERS ROOM.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE ADVENTURERS, YOUNG TODDLERS, OLDER TODDLERS, VOYAGERS, AND EXPLORERS ROOMS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE REST MATS IN THE EXPLORERS ROOM WERE NOT LABELED FOR THE USE OF A SPECIFIC CHILD.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORD OF CHILD #1 DID NOT CONTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT CONDUCTED AT LEAST ONCE EVERY 6 MONTHS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, AN ANNUAL EMERGENCY DRILL WAS NOT DOCUMENTED AND ON FILE AT THE FACILITY.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORD OF CHILD #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A HEALTH REPORT (CONTAINED IMMUNIZATION RECORD ONLY).
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION OF CHILDREN #1, 2, AND 4 DID NOT INCLUDE THE ADDRESSES OF THE INDIVIDUALS DESIGNATED BY THE PARENT TO WHOM THE CHILD MAY BE RELEASED.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE EMERGENCY CONTACTS OF CHILDREN #2, 3, 4, 5, AND 6 WERE NOT UPDATED AT LEAST ONCE IN A 6 MONTH PERIOD. THE FINANCIAL AGREEMENT OF CHILD #2 WAS NOT UPDATED AT LEAST ONCE IN A 6 MONTH PERIOD.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #7, 9, AND 11 DID NOT CONTAIN DOCUMENTATION OF EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #7, 9, 10 AND 11 DID NOT INCLUDE TWO WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES FROM INDIVIDUALS ATTESTING TO THE PERSON'S SUITABILITY TO SERVE AS A FACILITY PERSON.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #6 CONTAINED COMPLETION OF THE ONLINE ONLY PORTION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID AND CPR. THE RECORD OF STAFF #8 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST-AID/CPR WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON OCTOBER 19, 2022, THE RECORDS OF STAFF #1, 2, 3, 5, AND 6 DID NOT INCLUDE DOCUMENTATION OF AN ANNUAL MINIMUM OF 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILDCARE TRAINING.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 17, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AN AIR VENT IN NEED OF CLEANING, 2 LIGHTS IN NEED OF REPAIR AND A MISSING CEILING TILE IN THE EXPLORERS ROOM, AN AREA OF MOLDING IN NEED OF REPAIR IN THE PIONEERS ROOM, AND AN AREA IN NEED OF CLEANING NEXT TO THE TRASH CAN IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 17, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN THE BUTTERFLIES, ADVENTURERS AND PIONEERS ROOMS.
DURING RENEWAL INSPECTION ON NOVEMBER 17, 2021, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED BUMBO CHAIRS IN USE AT THE FACILITY WITHOUT A STRAP. STRAPLESS BUMBO CHAIRS WERE RECALLED BY THE CPSC ON AUGUST 15, 2012.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $75.90 | $27.45 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $75.90 | $27.45 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $72.40 | $27.05 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $70.90 | $26.40 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $64.90 | $25.95 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $64.90 | $25.95 |
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 Play and Learn-Lansdale had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 violations since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jul 14, 2026 (background checks): “During the inspection on 7/16/26 the files for staff person# 1 and 2 did not include a signed copy of the latest/current disclosure statement.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Play and Learn-Lansdale?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Play and Learn-Lansdale since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Play and Learn-Lansdale’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Mar 2, 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 Play and Learn-Lansdale compare with other daycares in Lansdale?
It is tied for #18 of 25 centers in Lansdale by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Play and Learn-Lansdale last inspected?
Jul 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Play and Learn-Lansdale cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $75.90 for newborn, $75.90 for infant, $72.40 for young toddler, $70.90 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Play and Learn-Lansdale?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learn And Play Centers 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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