Tiny Thinkers Academy is a certified child care center in Blandon, PA, with capacity for 106 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (13 of 33). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #56 of 138 centers in Berks County and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #56 of 138 centers in Berks County
2
Core-safety citations
31
Other citations
7
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 14, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
13
Health & medication
7
Training & qualifications
3
Records & paperwork
3
Background checks
2
Emergency preparedness
2
Food & feeding
2
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Nov 14, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
During a renewal inspection on 11/14/25 Cert rep observed napkins, and empty open drinkable food pouches in the open/unlidded trash can in the older toddler room. Cert rep observed napkins and plastic forks in the trash can whose lid was kept open in the young toddler room. This trash appeared to be contaminated by human secretions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Trash can lid was put back on in the older toddler room during inspection. Trash can lid was closed in the Young Toddler room during inspection.”
Citation
Nov 14, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.102(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/14/25 Cert rep observed the red slide in the toddler play space was cracked at the bottom of the slide resulting in a rough edge. Cert rep also observed a hole in the green fence around the infant play space. The hole was large enough for a child to fit through(escape hazard), and resulted in the fence in being in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Slide was immediately removed from the toddler playground during inspection on 11/14/25. On 11/18/25 the play equipment (tunnel) was temporarily moved to block the hole in the fence.”
Citation
Nov 14, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
During a renewal inspection on 11/14/25 Cert rep observed less than 2 feet of space on at least 3 side of five nap mats that were in use in the PK room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Staff came up with plans of action to ensure that cots and mats had at least 2ft of space on three sides. 1) Furniture as moved to provide the needed space. 2) Plans were made that in the event all children wanted to nap and there was not adequate space, some children would shift to the preschool…”
Citation
Nov 14, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/17/25 Cert rep observed a child's Aquaphor which expired 10/2025 in the cabinet of the Older toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2025): “Expired Aquaphor was immediately removed and sent home.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Staff 1 did not have an NSOR certificate on file. Staff 1 was suspended on 5/28/25, however this was after Staff 1's first day working with children(see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Staff 1 did not work from 5/27/2025-6/5/2025. Staff received their NSOR clearance on 6/3/2025.”
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Staff 2 had a disclosure statement on file that was not dated. Staff 2 was on leave 1/24/25 until 5/13/25. Staff 2 returned to working in a child care position on 5/14/25 The disclosure statement was resigned, witnessed and dated on 5/29/25 however this is after her first day working with children. (See LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 1, 2025): “Staff 2 resigned and dated their disclosure statement. A witness signature was also documented on the disclosure statement”
Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Staff 2 & 3 did not have emergency plan training. Staff 2 was on leave 1/24/25 until 5/13/25. Staff 2 returned to work on 5/14/25, which is beyond 90 days from her date of hire. Staff 3 has been employed for more than 90 days. (See LIS code sheet for dates of hire)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Staff 2 and Staff 3 signed the New Employee Emergency Plan Training signature sheet, as they had already received their training in their first days of employment.”
Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Cert rep observed hand sanitizer labeled "Keep out of reach of children" on the bottom shelf of an unlocked cabinet in the Young Toddler Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “Staff locked cabinet after it was pointed out by inspector.”
Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Cert rep observed plastic bags on the bottom shelf of an unlocked cabinet in the Young Toddler Room, and on the floor under the table in the Older Toddler Room. Cert rep also observed gloves and wipes in plastic packaging on the changing tables in the Young Toddler Room and the Older Toddler Room. The gloves and wipes packaging would be accessible to the children while being changed. The wipes are labeled to keep the plastic packaging away from babies and children. Children in these rooms may still be placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “Cabinet in YT room was locked, bags were removed from OT, and wipes and gloves were removed from the changing tables.”
Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Cert rep noted more than 30 days between fire detection testing 2/28/25-3/31/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Admin will ensure that fire detection testing is done every 30 days.”
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Citation
May 29, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Staff 2 had not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: PA Required Health and Safety Training. Staff 2 & 3 completed pediatric First aid and CPR on 5/15/25, which is beyond 90 days from their date of hire. Staff 2 was on leave 1/24/25 until 5/13/25. Staff 2 returned to work on 5/14/25, which is beyond 90 days from her date of hire. See LIS code sheet for all dates of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 2, 2025): “Both staff had already completed their CPR training and neither were left alone with children prior to that or after as both are aides. Staff 2 completed health and safety part 1 on 5/30/2025 and part 2 on 6/3/2025.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 certification rep observed that the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “A copy of the emergency plan was placed at the Parent Center in the hallway.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed a hole large enough for a child to get through in the green fence on the left side(as you are exiting from the school aged room) of the school age outdoor play space. The fence restricts children from leaving the premise and prevents access to parking lots and driveways.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Plastic fence was repaired on the school age playground, eliminating the gap.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed three first aid kits were missing the following items: Pre-kindergarten room excursion bag(missing soap), Infant classroom (missing scissors), and Older toddlers classroom (missing scissors).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Soap and scissors were placed back in the emergency/first aid kits during inspection.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.101(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed Magna-tiles in the Young toddlers room. The recommended age for Magna-tiles is 3 years and older.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Magnet tiles were immediately removed from the Young Toddler room (during inspection).”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed the following: Broken front on caterpillar play equipment which exposed rough edges on the plastic in the infant playspace. Rough edges on the window sill and flag holder of the plastic toy house in the pre-school/pre-kindergarten playspace. Exposed bolts (1.5 to 2 inches long) on the toddler playspace side of the gate between the toddler playspace and the pre-school/pre-kindergarten playspace.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Head on infant caterpillar tunnel was reattached. Rough edges on window and flag holder on Preschool playground were sanded down. The exposed bolts were cut off.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 the loose wood mulch around the embedded play equipment in the school aged outdoor playspace measured at less than 0.5 inches on the back side of the play equipment. This is below the United States Product Safety Commision recommendation of 9-inch depth for loose fill wood mulch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Admin made the embedded equipment inaccessible to children until such a time that 9 inches depth of mulch is installed around the embedded equipment.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed piece of the removed green fencing inside the infant playspace. Some of these pieces were less than 1 inch and would have been accessible to children. This playspace is used by infants who may still be placing objects in their mouths.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Plastic piece was removed from the Infant Playground during inspection. Playground was later checked for any remaining pieces.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed none of the rest equipment was assigned to a specific child in the preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Number chart was created and hung up during inspection.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed the refrigerator in the young toddler room read as 48° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Thermometer was moved to the back of the YT fridge. Checked later, was at 45 degrees.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed butt paste, which expired September 2024, being kept in the young toddler classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Expired Butt Paste was thrown away during inspection.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Written consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(6)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 Child 1 and Child 2's written consent for the administration of medication was signed but not dated by the parents of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Child 1 and Child 2's parents dated and signed form the day of inspection.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Disposable diapers 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed the Pre-kindergarten room did not have a hands-free trash can for the disposal of diapers/pull-ups. Some children in the classroom do utilize pull-ups.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “New hands free trash cans were purchased and placed in the preschool and pre-k bathrooms.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed the written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not in any of the bags/binders that staff take when leaving on an excursion with the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Means of emergency transportation policy was added to each emergency binder.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/5/24 cert rep observed Child 3 did not have signed consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff or emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Parent signed consent for administration of first aid/emergency medical care on child' emergency contact form.”
Citation
Nov 5, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During a renewal inspection on 11/8/24 Staff 1 was observed to have less than 12 hours (10 hours file) of child care training during training year, 12/19/2022-12/19/2023.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 2, 2025): “Staff 1 completed 2 hours of training during the 12/23 to 12/24 training year which will be applied to the 12/22 to 12/23 training year.”
Citation
Jun 20, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Per review of the facility's fire drill and detection log there were more than 30 days between tests of the fire detection system from April 14, 2024 to May 15, 2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2024): “Fire system tests will be completed within 30 calendar days.”
Citation
Feb 14, 2024
Inspection
Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/24, the safe routes notification was not posted at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2024): “Policy will be posted on the parent board.”
Citation
Feb 14, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/24, a copy of incident reports was not being retained in the child's file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2024): “A copy of incident reports will be placed in the child's file.”
Citation
Feb 14, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
As of the renewal inspection on 2/14/24, staff #1 had 7 of the 12 required hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 22, 2024): “Staff #1 will complete 5 additional hours of child care training.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the unannounced inspection on 1/10/24, the refrigerator in the young toddler room read 54*.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2024): “The refrigerator temperature was turned down to get to the required temperature.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
During the unannounced inspection on 1/10/24, the children in the young toddler and older toddler rooms did not wash hands directly prior to eating lunch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2024): “The children in the OT room used the potty and then went to the floor to watch a show while the provider prepared lunch. When lunch was prepared, the children went to the table. Staff was reminded that children must go directly from the sink to the table and can not go to the floor in between.…”
Citation
Jan 10, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
As of the unannounced inspection on 1/10/23, the facility had not performed a fire alarm test in the previous 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2024): “A fire alarm test was conducted that afternoon. We will continue to conduct every 30 days.”
“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.) | $54.00 | $54.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $50.80 | $50.80 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $50.80 | $50.80 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $42.60 | $42.60 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $38.80 | $26.80 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $38.80 | $26.80 |
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
106 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Feb 22, 2027
Operator
Tiny Thinkers Academy LLC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(484) 955-6672
State certificate #
CER-00249674
Common questions
Has Tiny Thinkers Academy 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 May 29, 2025 (background checks): “During an unannounced inspection on 5/29/25 Staff 1 did not have an NSOR certificate on file. Staff 1 was suspended on 5/28/25, however this was after Staff 1's first day working with children(see LIS code sheet).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Tiny Thinkers Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Tiny Thinkers Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Tiny Thinkers Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jul 10, 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 Tiny Thinkers Academy compare with other daycares in Berks County?
It is tied for #56 of 138 centers in Berks County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Tiny Thinkers Academy last inspected?
Nov 14, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Tiny Thinkers Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $54.00 for infant, $50.80 for young toddler, $50.80 for older toddler, $42.60 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Tiny Thinkers Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Tiny Thinkers Academy 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.
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