GPY Rocky Run Early Learning Center
1299 W Baltimore Pike, Media, PA
Ducklings Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 152
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Ducklings Early Learning Center
Ducklings Early Learning Center is a child care center in Media, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 152 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 14 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 152 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1994 |
| Licensed capacity | 152 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Ducklings Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 152 children
- License number
- #CER-00253760
Summary
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 9, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 14 of 14 visits · 37 rules in all · 33 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 8
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Safe sleep 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 5
- Safety and hazards 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Background checks 3
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Jun 9, 2026Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 06/09/26, during a follow up visit, ongoing non-compliance with ratio requirements was observed in the infant room. One staff member was observed alone in the classroom caring for five infants in infant room 2. On 05/04/26, during the inspection, a staff member confirmed to the certification representative that the facility was out of compliance with ratio requirements in April. The previous inspection summary stated that the facility would come into compliance by 05/18/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 06/09/26, during the unannounced allocated monitoring visit, both the small and large garbage cans located in room 10 were observed to be unlined and contained trash that has been contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an outlet was observed to be uncovered and broken in classroom 10 where children aged 3-4 are being cared for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 06/11/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an infant in infant room 1 was observed to be sleeping on the floor from 9:45am until at least 10:11am. In addition, a child was observed sleeping in their crib with their bib on and a pacifier attached to it via pacifier strap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, the cribs in infant room 1 were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced visit, room 13 was observed to be without a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring visit, the child lock placed on the cabinet door under the sink was not engaged leaving Windex and other cleaning materials accessible to children, in addition Clorox wipes and baking soda were observed in a stack of supplies by the door. In the bathroom inside of classroom 11 beads to improve the smell labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was placed on the toilet, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that a child who is known to place objects in their mouth had access to small metal balls with a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that staff persons #1 and #2 use harsh, demeaning, and abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
Jun 9, 2026Complaint investigation9 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 06/09/26, during a follow up visit, ongoing non-compliance with ratio requirements was observed in the infant room. One staff member was observed alone in the classroom caring for five infants in infant room 2. On 05/04/26, during the inspection, a staff member confirmed to the certification representative that the facility was out of compliance with ratio requirements in April. The previous inspection summary stated that the facility would come into compliance by 05/18/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 06/09/26, during the unannounced allocated monitoring visit, both the small and large garbage cans located in room 10 were observed to be unlined and contained trash that has been contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an outlet was observed to be uncovered and broken in classroom 10 where children aged 3-4 are being cared for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 06/11/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an infant in infant room 1 was observed to be sleeping on the floor from 9:45am until at least 10:11am. In addition, a child was observed sleeping in their crib with their bib on and a pacifier attached to it via pacifier strap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, the cribs in infant room 1 were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced visit, room 13 was observed to be without a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring visit, the child lock placed on the cabinet door under the sink was not engaged leaving Windex and other cleaning materials accessible to children, in addition Clorox wipes and baking soda were observed in a stack of supplies by the door. In the bathroom inside of classroom 11 beads to improve the smell labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was placed on the toilet, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that a child who is known to place objects in their mouth had access to small metal balls with a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that staff persons #1 and #2 use harsh, demeaning, and abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
Jun 9, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 06/09/26, during a follow up visit, ongoing non-compliance with ratio requirements was observed in the infant room. One staff member was observed alone in the classroom caring for five infants in infant room 2. On 05/04/26, during the inspection, a staff member confirmed to the certification representative that the facility was out of compliance with ratio requirements in April. The previous inspection summary stated that the facility would come into compliance by 05/18/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 06/09/26, during the unannounced allocated monitoring visit, both the small and large garbage cans located in room 10 were observed to be unlined and contained trash that has been contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an outlet was observed to be uncovered and broken in classroom 10 where children aged 3-4 are being cared for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 06/11/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an infant in infant room 1 was observed to be sleeping on the floor from 9:45am until at least 10:11am. In addition, a child was observed sleeping in their crib with their bib on and a pacifier attached to it via pacifier strap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, the cribs in infant room 1 were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced visit, room 13 was observed to be without a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring visit, the child lock placed on the cabinet door under the sink was not engaged leaving Windex and other cleaning materials accessible to children, in addition Clorox wipes and baking soda were observed in a stack of supplies by the door. In the bathroom inside of classroom 11 beads to improve the smell labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was placed on the toilet, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that a child who is known to place objects in their mouth had access to small metal balls with a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that staff persons #1 and #2 use harsh, demeaning, and abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
Jun 9, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 06/09/26, during a follow up visit, ongoing non-compliance with ratio requirements was observed in the infant room. One staff member was observed alone in the classroom caring for five infants in infant room 2. On 05/04/26, during the inspection, a staff member confirmed to the certification representative that the facility was out of compliance with ratio requirements in April. The previous inspection summary stated that the facility would come into compliance by 05/18/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 06/09/26, during the unannounced allocated monitoring visit, both the small and large garbage cans located in room 10 were observed to be unlined and contained trash that has been contaminated by human secretions.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an outlet was observed to be uncovered and broken in classroom 10 where children aged 3-4 are being cared for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 06/11/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, an infant in infant room 1 was observed to be sleeping on the floor from 9:45am until at least 10:11am. In addition, a child was observed sleeping in their crib with their bib on and a pacifier attached to it via pacifier strap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring, the cribs in infant room 1 were observed to have less than 2 feet of space on three sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced visit, room 13 was observed to be without a first-aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 06/09/26, during the allocated unannounced monitoring visit, the child lock placed on the cabinet door under the sink was not engaged leaving Windex and other cleaning materials accessible to children, in addition Clorox wipes and baking soda were observed in a stack of supplies by the door. In the bathroom inside of classroom 11 beads to improve the smell labeled "Keep out of reach of children" was placed on the toilet, accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that a child who is known to place objects in their mouth had access to small metal balls with a diameter of less than 1 inch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 19, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“On 06/09/26, during the site visit, it was confirmed that staff persons #1 and #2 use harsh, demeaning, and abusive language in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 22, 2026
Apr 28, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 05/04/26, during the inspection, a staff member confirmed to the certification representative that the facility was out of compliance with ratio requirements in April.”
Mar 27, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 03/27/26, during the unannounced monitoring, child #1 was observed to be sleeping with a sound machine in their crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 03/27/26, during the inspection, staff #1 and staff #2 confirmed that the facility is assigning more than one child to a single crib. All cribs did not have labels stating which child uses which crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
Mar 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“On 03/27/26, during the unannounced monitoring, child #1 was observed to be sleeping with a sound machine in their crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On 03/27/26, during the inspection, staff #1 and staff #2 confirmed that the facility is assigning more than one child to a single crib. All cribs did not have labels stating which child uses which crib.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2026
Jan 15, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 01/15/26, during an unannounced follow up inspection, ongoing noncompliance was observed regarding the following violation; On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, the ladybug classroom had peeled paint on the left wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 01/15/26, during the unannounced follow up visit, ongoing noncompliance was observed regarding the following violation; On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no first aid kit in the caterpillar's 2 room because the room was engaged in "split groups" and the group that left the classroom took the first aid kit with them.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 01/15/26, during the unannounced follow up visit, ongoing noncompliance was observed for the following violation; On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, two of the garbage cans in the ladybugs room and one in butterflies room contained trash that had been contaminated by human secretion did not contain a plastic lining.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2026
Dec 16, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, the first aid kit in the butterfly's classroom did not contain nonporous gloves.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, there was no first aid kit in the caterpillar's 2 room because the room was engaged in "split groups" and the group that left the classroom took the first aid kit with them.”
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, the ladybug classroom had peeled paint on the left wall.”
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, two of the garbage cans in the ladybugs room and one in butterflies room contained trash that had been contaminated by human secretion did not contain a plastic lining.”
3270.106(j) Prohibit items in crib
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, a sound machine was observed in the crib of a sleeping infant.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 12/16/25, during the renewal inspection, the garbage can, white cabinets, step stool and refrigerator were visibly dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 22, 2025
Oct 21, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 10/21/25, during the unannounced monitoring, the infant ratio in the infant 1 classroom was not maintained. Staff #1 was alone in the infants 1 classroom with 5 infants, ranging in age from 4 months old to 7 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2025
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Feb 20, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the inspection, 2 ceiling tiles in the gym appeared to have water damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 3 and Staff 4's did not have proof of prior experience on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.151(c)(3) Exam communicable disease
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 and Staff 2 had physicals that did not contain the results for communicable diseases.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 5 did not have proof of the FBI clearance on file, and was past their provisional hire period and was with the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
Jan 7, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 1/7/25, two red bags containing first aid kits were observed accessible to children on the floor of the indoor gross motor room where toddlers were playing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 7, 2025
3270.166(5) Six-months-old held
“On 1/7/25, at approximately 10:35am, Child #1 was observed drinking a bottle on the floor of the infant room while staff person was attending to classroom duties. Child #1 is younger than 6 months of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 13, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 1/7/25, Staff #1 file did not contain results of NSOR Clearance and PA Criminal Clearance as required by CPSL. Staff #2 file did not contain results of NSOR Clearance as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2025
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On 1/7/25, Staff person #5 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health & Safety 1hr Update. Staff #7 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health & Safety Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 1/7/25, Staff #1 and Staff #4 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 1/7/25, staff person #3 and staff person #6 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health & Safety, Mandated Reporter Training and Pediatric First Aid/CPR. Staff person #6 has not completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 8, 2025
Dec 13, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“On 1/7/25, Staff #2 was observed working unsupervised with 5 Young Toddlers. Staff #3 and Staff #4 were observed working unsupervised with 8 Young Toddlers. Staff #2, #3 and #4 files did not contain verification of two years' experience. Staff #2, #3 and #4 are qualified as aides.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 24, 2025
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training at facility
“On 1/7/25, Staff #1 was observed working unsupervised in the Older Toddler Room. Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education and experience required in order to qualify for the position in which they were performing.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 1/7/25, staff in the toddler rooms stated they were not assigned specific children in the group for the purpose of supervision.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 10, 2025
Sep 26, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During the initial inspection the cert rep observed the refrigerator in the Dragonflies classroom was 77 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the initial inspection cert rep observed the hot water temperature in the kitchen was 113 degrees, the Doodlebugs classroom 111 and 112 degrees, the Fireflies classroom 111 degrees, the Before and After classroom 111 degrees, the Caterpillar classroom 111 degrees and the Ladybugs classroom 113 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Ducklings Early Learning Center
Is Ducklings Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Ducklings Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Ducklings Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 9, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ducklings Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 14 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 33 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 Ducklings Early Learning Center care for?
152, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Ducklings Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ducklings Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ducklings Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 768-0123 to ask.
What is Ducklings Early Learning Center's phone number?
(484) 768-0123.
Where is Ducklings Early Learning Center?
101 Ponds Edge Dr, Media, PA 19063. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Rocky Run Early Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.