Poppys Playhouse LLC is a certified child care center in Bridgeville, PA, with capacity for 25 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 40 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 14 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 10 centers in Bridgeville and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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The facility's emergency plan parent letter lacked the method to contact parents when an emergency arises, lacked the method to contact parents when the emergency has ended and how to reunite with their children, and lacked accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
The first aid kit in the Preschool Room lacked adhesive bandages.
In the Preschool Room, peeling gray plastic was observed on the grocery store play equipment, and could cause injury.
A shelf in the Preschool Room was observed to not be tethered to the wall and could be unsafe.
During the inspection, Staff #1 did not wash Child #1's hands after being diapered.
During a diaper change observation, a container of puff snacks were observed on the diapering handwashing sink which may not be used for food service.
The file for Staff #3 contained a staff health assessment form dated 2/25/26, after the start date in childcare. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
The file for Staff #2 contained a tuberculosis screening dated 9/3/25, after the start date in childcare.
The file for Child #1 contained a health report form dated 1/29/26, more than 60 days after the child's date of childcare.
The file for Staff #2 contained the PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 2 training dated 2/10/26, more than 90 days after the date of hire.
The file for Staff #2 contained documentation of a high school diploma but lacked a complete childcare verification form attesting to 2 years' experience with children.
The file for Staff #3 contained two written, nonfamily references, however one reference did not attest to the person's suitability to serve in a childcare position.
The file for Staff #2 contained a Pediatric First Aid/CPR certificate dated 2/3/26, more than 90 days after the start date in childcare.
The file for Staff #1 contained 0 out of 12 childcare training hours within the training timeframe of 2/2025-2/2026.
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The file for Staff #1 contained a health assessment form dated 1/15/25, after the date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
The emergency contact form for Child #1 lacked information regarding the child's special needs, as specified by the parent.
In an inaccessible medication bin, a container of Tylenol for Child #1 had an expiration date of 8/2024 and was therefore not in accordance with the manufacturer's original label.
The facility's fire detection log documented dates 4/26/24 and 5/28/24, more than 30 days apart.
In the Preschool Room, broken and peeling particle board was observed on a washing machine toy, which could be hazardous to children. Exposed bolts were observed on the fence in the Outside Play Space.
The file for Staff #1 includes a health assessment and tuberculosis screening which are dated more than 12 months prior to hire (See LIS CODE SHEET).
The Financial Agreement form for Child #1 did not include arrival and departure times.
The Emergency Contact form for Child #2 did not contain emergency contact names or information.
The file for Staff #2 did not contain two letters of reference prior to date of hire. (SEE LIS CODE SHEET)
The file for Staff #1 lacked 12 hours of annual training within the last 12 months. (See LIS CODE SHEET)
The health and safety training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #2 was completed on 2/27/19. This particular health and safety training was acceptable only if taken prior to 6/30/18 after which an updated version was required to be completed. Facility Person #2 was observed caring for children unsupervised.
The signed disclosure statements on file for Facility Persons #1 and #4 were not dated.
At approximately 9:10 AM, Facility Person #3 was supervising a group of 2 older toddlers and 4 young toddlers in the Jungle Room for approximately 1-2 minutes.
At approximately 9:05, when asked to identify which children each staff person in the Jungle Room were supervising, it was discovered that a preschooler in the classroom was assigned to supervision of Facility Person #2, who, at approximately 9:00 had left the Jungle Room with their group to move to the Space Room.
The facility's emergency plan does not include a plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency, as required by federal regulation.
At approximately 9:00 AM, there were a total of 10 children - 1 preschooler, 2 older toddlers, and 7 young toddlers - receiving care in the Jungle Room, with a measured maximum capacity of 9 children.
There was peeling paint on a wall a storage area in the Space Room where equipment, including children's rest equipment is stored.
There was a riding toy in the outside playspace with a cracked plastic bolt cover, creating a rough / sharp edge.
There was no written parental consent to administer two children's Tylenols present at the facility.
As per the posted menu and operator's statement, not all lunches served included a protein.
As per the posted menu and operator's statement, not all breakfasts served included a fruit or vegetable.
The record of dates the smoke detectors were tested at the facility indicates tests were conducted on 9/22/22 and then next on 10/3/22, more than 30 days apart.
The health and safety training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #2 was completed on 2/27/19. This particular health and safety training was acceptable only if taken prior to 6/30/18 after which an updated version was required to be completed.
The agreements on file for children #1-#5 were the originals.
There were no emergency contact forms present in the Poppy room for the children who received care in that room.
Staff #1 and #2 did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training during the period from 12/19/2020 - 12/19/2021.
“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.) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $65.00 | $65.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.00 | $65.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Poppys Playhouse LLC 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 Mar 21, 2023 (supervision): “The health and safety training completed and documented on file for Facility Person #2 was completed on 2/27/19. This particular health and safety training was acceptable only if taken prior to 6/30/18 after which an…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Poppys Playhouse LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Poppys Playhouse LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Poppys Playhouse LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Oct 2, 2018. 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 Poppys Playhouse LLC compare with other daycares in Bridgeville?
It is #6 of 10 centers in Bridgeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Poppys Playhouse LLC last inspected?
Mar 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Poppys Playhouse LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for infant, $70.00 for young toddler, $65.00 for older toddler, $65.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Poppys Playhouse LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Poppys Playhouse 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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