Seeds to Saplings
Seeds to Saplings is a certified child care center in Greentown, PA, with capacity for 36 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 20 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 9 centers in Pike County and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. More than 60 months passed between state police, child line and NSOR clearances for staff # 1. This is evidenced by state police clearances dated 8/27/20 and 3/24/26, child line clearances dated 9/2/20 and 3/9/26, and NSOR verifications dated 9/4/20 and 3/6/26. There is no documentation in the file that staff # 1 was removed from their childcare position during the time clearances were not valid.
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 was not trained in emergency plan procedures at the time of their initial hire (see code sheet). Staff # 1 received emergency plan training on 7/21/26.
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, certification rep observed a sea saw with a broken handle in the outdoor play area.
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 did not participate in annual fire safety training as evidenced by fire safety training certificates dated 6/30/25 and 7/20/26.
During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, child files were reviewed. There are no addresses provided for the release persons listed on the emergency contact forms for children # 1 and 2.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed a storage bin of toys cracked on the front and lid, which created a pinch point.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed staff # 1 (see code sheet for DOH) did not have an initial health assessment prior to their initial service date. The health assessment on file for staff # 1 is dated 6/18/25.
During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed more than 30 days between fire alarm test logs documented on 6/27/25 and 7/29/25.
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 11/30/24. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.
During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, peeling linoleum was observed in the bathroom located in the middle classroom.
During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, a water table on the outdoor play are was observed to have two cracked pieces which created pinch points.
The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have an address for the listed release persons.
During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, it was discovered that there is no facility accident file. The owner disclosed that parents are given the original and an additional copy is kept only in the child's file.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/9/23. During the inspection the staff files were reviewed. The PA State Police Clearance and PA Child Abuse Clearance for Staff Person #1 had not been updated within 60 months. The dates of the clearances were: State Police 9/14/17 and 6/12/23; Child Abuse 9/21/17 and 6/18/23.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, a large hole was observed outside of the back door of the preschool room posing a tripping hazard. Chipping wood was observed on the back of the storage portion of the building after exiting the building through the preschool room.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #1 did not contain documentation of any flu vaccine administered to the child. The file for Child #2 did not contain immunization record of the flu vaccine administered during the previous flu season. The last flu vaccine on file is dated 10/14/19. Both children were enrolled at the facility during the previous flu season.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the emergency drill conducted the previous year had not been documented.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the facility did not have a policy to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, a supervision policy was not included in the parent handbook.
A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the facility did not have an emergency transportation plan posted anywhere at the facility.
“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) | $43.00 | $43.00 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $43.00 | $43.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $42.00 | $42.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $40.00 | $40.00 |
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 Seeds to Saplings had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 Aug 20, 2026 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. More than 60 months passed between state police, child line and NSOR clearances for staff # 1. This is evidenced by state police clearances dated…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Seeds to Saplings?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Seeds to Saplings since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Seeds to Saplings’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Nov 20, 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 Seeds to Saplings compare with other daycares in Pike County?
It is #2 of 9 centers in Pike County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 62% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Seeds to Saplings last inspected?
Aug 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Seeds to Saplings cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $43.00 for newborn, $43.00 for infant, $42.00 for young toddler, $40.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Seeds to Saplings?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tonya O Kelly.
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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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