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Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 10
- weekly, posted tuition
- $43
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About Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare
Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare is a group home daycare in Red Lion, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 10 children.
It describes its programs: part-time care and preschool. It lists weekly tuition from $43 to $194. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Group home daycare
- Ages
- Children ages 3-5 years
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 10 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (717) 553-0025 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Children ages 3-5 years |
|---|---|
| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
| Programs | Part-time care and preschool |
| Curriculum | Experience Early Learning Curriculum layered with the Caterpillar Core Curriculum |
| Licensed capacity | 10 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare lists weekly tuition from $43 to $194.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 1 day/week | $43 |
| 2 days/week | $81 |
| 3 days/week | $119 |
| 4 days/week | $157 |
| 5 days/week | $194 |
5 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 10 children
- License number
- #CER-00248927
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Nov 12, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 3 visits · 4 rules in all · 4 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Background checks 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Nov 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“It was observed on 11/19/2025 in the basement area where child care is provided a closet door was unlocked making several cleaning materials accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2025
3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The operator did not comply with the CPSL. This is evidenced by NSOR certificates for HHM #1 being dated 6/5/2020 and 10/24/2025, which exceeds 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2025
Nov 19, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“The primary staff person or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter did not ensure the requirements established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c) are being met. This is evidenced by manual testing of the smoke detectors logged as occurring on 10/1/2024 and not again until 11/4/2024 (34 days), which exceeds the 30-day requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2024
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed on 11/20/2024 a piece of wood at the top of the ladder on the outdoor playhouse climbing equipment is rotted and not in good repair.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2024
- Nov 3, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 15, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“It was observed on 11/21/2022 a spray bottle containing disinfectant solution did not specify the content of the bottle. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“The operator did not notify the local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility and about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the group child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“It was observed the facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The certificate of compliance that was posted expired 2/3/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 30, 2022
Nov 16, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
3280.95(a) FIRE DETECTION
“The provider does not have the proof of purchase of the interconnected smoke detection system that is installed in the group child care home and is not in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2021
3280.133(1) Original container
“It was observed on 11/18/2021 a prescription inhaler for Child #1 was not in the original container, nor was the original container anywhere onsite at the group child care home.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 24, 2021
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“It was observed on 11/18/2021 a protective receptacle cover was not placed in an electrical outlet located in the hallway by the bathroom designated for use by the children in care. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2021
3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file for Staff Person #1 contains Child Abuse clearances dated 9/22/2016 and 10/20/2021, and FBI clearances dated 10/12/2016 and 10/28/2021, which are more than 60 months apart and therefore, not in compliance with the CPSL. The file for HHM #2 contains State Police clearances dated 9/22/2016 and 10/21/2021, Child Abuse clearances dated 9/26/2016 and 10/21/2021, FBI clearances dated 10/20/2016 and 10/29/2021, which are more than 60 months apart and therefore, not in compliance with the CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 22, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare
Is Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare licensed?
Yes. Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on November 12, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 4 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare care for?
10, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (717) 553-0025 to confirm.
How much does Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare cost?
Weekly tuition from $43 to $194, as it lists it.
What is Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare's phone number?
(717) 553-0025.
Where is Caterpillar Lane Family Childcare?
Red Lion, PA 17356. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.