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Village of Love Learning Academy

515 Hershey Ave, Lancaster, PA 17603 · Lancaster County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Village of Love Learning Academy is a certified child care center in Lancaster, PA, with capacity for 61 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 37 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (17 of 37). 15 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #33 of 73 centers in Lancaster and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 58% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#33 of 73 centers in Lancaster
3 Core-safety citations
34 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
37 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 15 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 27, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 27, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Nov 8, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Feb 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 5, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 10, 2023 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 17
Emergency preparedness 6
Training & qualifications 6
Health & medication 4
Background checks 3
Building & playground safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for facility person #3 contained an NSOR clearance expired 5/27/25, and there is no current NSOR on file. The file for facility person # 4 contained an NSOR clearance dated 1.27.26 which was beyond the 45 days of the provisional hire timeframe. [158 d]. The file for facility person #5 included an NSOR clearance which was not updated within 60-month date of the previous clearance; the current NSOR on file was dated 05/15/2025 with the previous clearance dated 05/14/2020. The file for facility person #5 included Mandate Reporter Training which was not updated within 60 months of the previous clearance; the current Mandated Reporter training on file was dated 05/27/2025 with the previous clearance dated 04/07/2020.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “NSOR for staff member #3 was completed and received.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Upon inspection of the required documents to be on file at the facility, it was found that a written emergency plan including a plan for the 'Continuity of Operations' was not available/created.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Plan for the Continuity of Operations has been created and placed with written emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #5, and Child #6 file did not contain an updated health assessment. It was found that for Child # 7 the initial health assessment and subsequent health assessment was beyond 12 months. Child #5 initial health assessment is dated 12/17/24. Child #6 initial health assessment is dated 1/31/25. Child #7 initial health assessment is dated 6.11.24 with an update on 11.11.25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Updated physicals have been requested. The parent returned the health assessment for child # 5 and child #6 is set to see the physician on 4/24/26. This was submitted via text.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that the time between facility person #1's health assessments exceeded the permitted 24 months' timeframe (2/23/23, 1/09/26). It was found that the time between facility person #2's health assessments exceeded the permitted 24 months' timeframe (8/4/23, 12/4/25). It was found that the time between facility person #3's health assessments exceeded the permitted 24 months' timeframe (5/17/23, 9/25/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “updated physicals are on file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
The file facility person #3 contained an updated pediatric first aid and CPR certificate that lapsed between dates. The updated pediatric first aid and CPR certificate had a date of 10/6/25 and previously expired on 4/8/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “Facility persons CPR training is on file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff fire safety planning training was not conducted annually. The file for facility person #3 included documentation of fire safety training on 1.9.25 and no annual update.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Fire safety training has been completed for staff member #3 and on file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, it was found that for Child #4 did not include a completed Child Service Report within 6 months of enrollment. According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, the child service reports had not been completed every six months during the previous year for child # 5, child #6 and child #7. The child service report on file for child#5 was dated 2.3.26. The child service report on file for child#6 and child #7 was dated 2.2.26
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Child service report for child #4 is on file and no longer is enrolled at the facility.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #1, the agreement did not include information on extra services.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “No correction made as child #1 does not receive any extra services.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
Upon inspection of children's files, It was found that for Child #2 the emergency contact form did not include the address and phone number of the child's physician. It was found that for Child #3 the emergency contact form did not include the address of the child's physician. It was found that for Child #4 the emergency contact form did not include the name, address and phone number of the child's physician.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Child #2's form includes address and phone number, child #3 has a physician listed. Child #4 is no longer enrolled in the facility.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #1, Child #2, Child #8, Child # 9 and Child #10 the emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's work address and work phone number. It was found that for Child #4 the emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's work phone number. It was found that for Child #5, the emergency contact form did not include the enrolling parent's work address, home phone number, and work phone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Forms have been updated to include N/A at parents' request.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)/3270.182(8)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #6, Child #7, Child #8 and Child #9, contained original agreements.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Copies were placed in the files and originals delivered to parents.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #7, the emergency contact form did not include the address for the release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Form updated to include address of release person.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for Child #6, were not reviewed every 6 months and contained an agreement reviewed on 1.8.26 and 1.24.25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2026): “No correction required date was missed to update form.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Upon inspection of personnel files, it was found that facility person #4 had non-validated letters of reference that did not include a signature.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “The email for the reference that was received was printed to include the time stamp on the email and placed in person #4's file.”
Citation Feb 27, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
At the time of the inspection, it was observed that the posted certificate of compliance was an older version which expired on 5.12.2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Current license posted”
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Core safety Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff person # 8 contained a NSOR verification that was dated 2.10.20 [expired on 2.10.25] and Child Abuse Clearance that was dated 2.3.20 [expired on 2.3.25. The facility had no record of an application for the updated clearance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “All clearances have been applied for and received.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
The facility emergency plan did not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “During an emergency situation facility persons are instructed to contact parents as soon as it is possible via cell phone calls or Class Dojo. This information has been added to our emergency plan book.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
The facility emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “During an emergency situation facility persons are instructed to contact parents at the end of an emergency situation and when it is safe and possible. Contact will be made via cell phone or Class Dojo. This information has been added to our emergency plan book.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
It was observed that the first aid kit in the toddler room did not contain non-porous gloves. It was also observed that the first aid kit in preschool room did not contain adhesive bandages. (CORRECTED ON SITE)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “Facility members are reminded to request materials before they run out.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.131(b)(2)
The health report on file for child 4 and child 5 did not contain an updated health assessment. Child 4 had an initial health assessment dated 8.7.23 and Child 5 had an initial health assessment dated 6.28.22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Updated medicals for children 4 and 5 have been requested,”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
The facility emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “The facility emergency plan has been updated to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The operator did not have evidence of delivery the facility's emergency's plan to the local municipality.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 14, 2025): “As of right now I am unaware of who the local municipality is. I reached out to the local police department, and they are not aware of this procedure.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Staff fire safety planning training was not conducted annually. The file for staff person #1 included documentation of fire safety training on 10.1.23 with an update on 1.9.25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “Staff persons participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the…”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
According to documentation on file at the time of inspection, child service reports had not been completed every six months during the previous year for child #5. The child service report on file for child #5 was dated 3.22.2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Child service reports are done every six months as requested by the director.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The Emergency Contact form on file for child #6 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Form has been signed by parent to consent to emergency care.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Upon inspection of children's files, it was found that for child 4 and child 5, the agreement and emergency contact forms were reviewed beyond 6 months. The emergency contact and agreement form on file for child 4 were dated 7.1.24 and 2.10.25. The emergency contact form and agreement form on file were dated 7.15.24 and 2.20.25.a
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “The parent has updated in writing emergency contact information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
The emergency contact information for child #6 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Parent has given consent for administration of minor first aid.”
Citation Feb 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person #1, and staff person #8 did not complete 12 hours of childcare trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2025): “Staff trainings were completed.”
Core safety Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
The file for facility person #2 contained a child abuse clearance with date of 10.17.2023 which was after the first date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Child abuse clearance was obtained.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
The file for child #6 contained an initial health assessment dated 5.24.23 and did not have an updated health assessment as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Updated health report was received for child #6. Provider will inform parents that updated health reports for infants and young toddlers are due every 6 months and must be turned in, in order to continue to provide care.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
The files for child #3, child # 6, and child #7 did not contain child service reports.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2024): “Child service reports have been completed.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
The emergency contact record provided for Child # 6 did not have a parent signature consenting to emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2024): “Signature obtained from parent on emergency contact form consenting to medical care.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
The emergency contact forms on file for child #1, child #2, child #3, and child #6 did not contain parental updates and review at least every 6-month timeframe. The emergency contact form for child #1 had dates of 1.19.24 and 6.7.23; The emergency contact form for child #2 had dates of 1.19.24 and 6.15.23; The emergency contact form for child #3 had dates of 2.1.24 and 7.20.23; The emergency contact form for child #6 had dates of 12.15.23 and 5.24.23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Files are due to update in July 2024. They were due to be updated in January but were updated a little late.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
The agreement forms on file for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #6 and child #7 did not contain parental updates and review at least every 6-month timeframe. The agreement form for child #1 was dated 6.7.23; The agreement form for child #2 had dates of 1.31.24 and 6.15.23; The agreement form for child #3 had dates of 2.1.24 and 7.20.23; The agreement form for child #6 had dates of 12.15.23 and 5.24.23. The agreement form for child #7 had dates of 2.1.24 and 1.30.24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Files are due to update in July 2024. They were due to be updated in January but were updated a little late.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
The file for facility person #2 contained a pediatric first aid and CPR certificate dated 2.8.2024 which was completed after 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Facility person #2 received CPR certificate.”
Citation Feb 5, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
The file for facility person #1 had 6 hours of 12 clock hours needed to meet annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 4, 2024): “Facility person #1 will complete additional hours needed for annual training compliance.”
Citation Jan 5, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
It was observed that fire drills were not conducted at least once every 60 days. The documented fire drills at the facility occurred on 2.2.23, 4.1.23, 6.1.23, 8.1.23, and 12.1.23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 14, 2024): “We have utilized a calculation tool to ensure that our fire drills are spaced out 60 days according to the calendar.”

“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) $60.00 $52.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $60.00 $52.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $55.00 $48.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $55.00 $48.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $45.00 $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

Capacity 61 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 29, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Village Of Love Early Learning Academy LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–5:00 PM; Saturday and Sunday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (717) 826-9800
State certificate # CER-00254517
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Common questions

Has Village of Love Learning Academy had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Feb 27, 2026 (background checks): “The file for facility person #3 contained an NSOR clearance expired 5/27/25, and there is no current NSOR on file. The file for facility person # 4 contained an NSOR clearance dated 1.27.26 which was beyond the 45 days…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Village of Love Learning Academy?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Village of Love Learning Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Village of Love Learning Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 29, 2023. 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 Village of Love Learning Academy compare with other daycares in Lancaster?

It is #33 of 73 centers in Lancaster by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Village of Love Learning Academy last inspected?

Feb 27, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Village of Love Learning Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for newborn, $60.00 for infant, $55.00 for young toddler, $55.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Village of Love Learning Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Village Of Love Early Learning Academy 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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