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Small World Day Care LLC · 715 State Route 56, Apollo

715 State Route 56, Apollo, PA 15613 · Armstrong County
Keystone STAR 4

Small World Day Care LLC is a certified child care center in Apollo, PA, with capacity for 46 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 22 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 14 centers in Armstrong County 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
#4 of 14 centers in Armstrong County
1 Core-safety citations
21 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
22 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 2, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 2, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 25, 2024 · Report/investigation · no citation Sep 20, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 21, 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

Health & medication 7
Building & playground safety 7
Training & qualifications 6
Background checks 1
Records & paperwork 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child #1 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed 12 months from the previous child health report. The child health reports in the file are dated 1/23/25 and 2/19/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The Director will notify parents of their responsibility to present us with necessary health evaluations for their children at the appropriate intervals.”
Citation Sep 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
The file for child #2 who is a preschool child lacked a child health report that was completed in the last 12 months. The child health report in the file is dated 7/29/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2026): “The Director will notify parents of their responsibility to present us with necessary health evaluations for their children at the appropriate intervals.”
Citation Sep 2, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for staff person #1 lacked a health assessment that was completed 24 months from the previous health assessment. The health assessments in the file are dated 4/26/24 and 7/14/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The Director will make sure that every employee has up to date health assessments every 24 months as indicated in the DHS compliance standards.”
Citation Sep 2, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The Fire Drill and Fire Detection Log was reviewed for the 30-day smoke detector check. There were 31 days between the smoke detector checks on 12/5/25 and 1/5/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2026): “The Director will make sure every monthly fire drill and fire detection device and system is within compliance of the standards established which indicates that a system test and fire drill will be conducted within 30 days of the prior test and drill.”
Core safety Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates in the file are dated 11/6/19 and 5/29/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The file for staff #3 now includes a current NSOR verification certificate.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 lacked firesafety training that was completed 12 months from the previous firesafety training. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #1 is dated 2/23/24 and 6/21/25. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #2 is dated 2/23/24 and 5/21/25. The firesafety training in the file for staff person #3 is dated 3/11/24 and 5/21/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The files for staff #1, #2, #3 now include current fire safety training.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii)
The file for staff person #3 lacked mandated reporter training that was completed 60 months from the previous mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training in the file is dated 1/31/20 and 5/21/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The file for staff #3 now includes a current mandated reporter training certificate.”
Citation Sep 17, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
In the preschool classroom two wooden blocks were observed that had rough edges and sharp corners.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2024): “The blocks were thrown away as soon as they were shown to me.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There was a cracked plastic bin and a cracked CD case in the Preschool/ School age room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “The broken game bin and the CD case were thrown away asap. Each caregiver will inspect the room and its materials as often as possible and thrown away any which can cause harm to anyone.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Dismissal policy 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(e)(3)
The file for child # 1 a preschooler lacked a current health report. The prior report is dated 6/11/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “I requested that the parents provide a current health assessment. This is needed before the child is able to return.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
The file for staff # 1 contained a current health assessment dated 9/15/23. It was not obtained within 24 months of the previous assessment dated 8/23/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “Each employee will be notified at least a month in advance that a health assessment is due and in order to remain in compliance, there is no leeway given. If the assessment is not returned the employee will be placed under inactive and documented as such until such a time that the form is returned.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
The files for staff # 1 contained a current fire safety training certificate dated 2/13/23. The training was obtained greater than one year past the prior training, obtained 10/13/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “Every staff member will be required to adhere to the requirements concerning updated trainings. Even if an employee is on a leave and if possible can complete on line trainings they shall do so.”
Citation Sep 20, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
The files for staff # 1 contained a current Pediatric First Aid and Pediatric CPR certificate that was taken after 90 days of initial employment. Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. The certificates for staff # 1 is date 5/14/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 28, 2023): “All employees, if physically able, and are on an approved leave will complete all requirements necessary to maintain active employment at the daycare.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There were a few fence wires that were pulled out exposing sharp points on the back and on the right side of the fence. There were 2 holes on the fence.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 5, 2022): “The exposed points have been duct taped and the holes have been completely duct taped closed. Pictures of the repairs have been e-mailed to our certification representative.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
The metal part and post behind the toilet in the infant /toddler bathroom was rusted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 5, 2022): “The part and post have been duct taped, completely covering the rusted part. Pictures of the repair were sent to our certification representative”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
There were 2 magnets blocks with broken rough edges. There was a puppet doll with a hole on the head exposing foam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 5, 2022): “The toys were immediately removed from the play areas and disposed of.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
The file for child # 3 a preschooler contain a current health report that was not updated within 12 months dated 8/12/22. The previous report was dated 7/12/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2022): “The health form was updated and added to the child's file.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)
The files for Child # 3 lacks documentation of a current influenza immunization as recommended by the ACIP
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “The parent completed a refusal to vaccinate form.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
The fire detection system tests were greater than 30 days apart from 1/13/22 to 6/13/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 5, 2022): “Current testing of the system was documented.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
The file for staff # 1 has a current pediatric first-aid and pediatric CPR certification dated 6/19/21-6/19/23.The certification was not renewed prior to the expiration of the previous certification dated 9/8/18-9/8/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “The staff member completed the required first aid and CPR certification as soon as she returned to work.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
The files for child # 1 and 2 lacked the operator's signature on the agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “The necessary signatures have been added to the forms.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for staff #1, lacked 8 out of 12 required hours of annual child care training, from 12/19/20 to 12/19/21.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 12, 2022): “The staff member completed the necessary eight hours this year and they were applied to last years credits. As a result of this action the staff members”

“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) $55.00 $55.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $55.00 $55.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $50.00 $50.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $49.00 $49.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $48.00 $48.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $45.00 $26.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $45.00 $26.00

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 46 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 27, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Dec 17, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Small World Day Care LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (724) 478-3855
State certificate # CER-00246651
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Common questions

Has Small World Day Care LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Sep 24, 2025 (background checks): “The file for staff person #3 who was hired on (See LIS Code Sheet) lacked an NSOR verification certificate that was completed 60 months from the previous NSOR verification certificate. The NSOR verification certificates…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Small World Day Care LLC?

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

What is Small World Day Care LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Dec 17, 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 Small World Day Care LLC compare with other daycares in Armstrong County?

It is #4 of 14 centers in Armstrong County 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 Small World Day Care LLC last inspected?

Sep 2, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Small World Day Care LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $55.00 for newborn, $55.00 for infant, $50.00 for young toddler, $49.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Small World Day Care LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Small World Day Care LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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