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Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 84
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool
Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool is a child care center in Felton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 84 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 7 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
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 84 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 84 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 84 children
- License number
- #CER-00252339
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: 6 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Safety and hazards 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Transportation 1
- Background checks 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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Aug 17, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Documentation of the facilities emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“During the time of inspection, the infant classroom had two bottles that were not labeled. (Corrected on site)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.175(a) Age appropriate restraints
“During the time of inspection, a booster seat was observed in the transportation vehicle that expired on 11.24. 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the time of inspection, the hallway had 2 ceiling tiles that were showing visible water damage. Infant classroom - 1 ceiling tile that was showing visible water damage. One's classroom - 1 ceiling tile that was showing visible water damage. Molding at the bottom of the wall was peeling off. (Corrected on site) PreK - Molding at the bottom of the wall was peeling off. (Corrected on site)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 12, 2026
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“Documentation of the facilities parent letter did not include lockdown procedures and accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 2026
3270.61(c) 40 square feet wall-to-wall
“During the time of inspection, it was observed that there were 12 children in the 3rd grade and above classroom. The capacity of the 3rd grade and above classroom is 10 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 17, 2026
Jun 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Facility Person #1 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
Jun 24, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Facility Person #1 had one written, nonfamily reference attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
Feb 19, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The record for facility person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) does not include an initial health assessment, including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2026
Jul 23, 2025Visit1 rule cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The record for the lifeguard does not contain a valid health assessment. This is evidenced by the health assessment on file being dated 6/2/2023, which exceeds 24 months following the date of signature.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2025
Feb 11, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed on 2/13/2025 in the Preschool room bathroom disposable diapers are being discarded into a swing top trash can and not a hands-free covered can.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 20, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“The health assessment for facility person #1 (DOH see lIS code sheet) was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the record for facility person #1 containing health assessments dated 4/6/2022 and 5/29/2024. The health assessment for facility person #2 (DOH see lIS code sheet) was not updated within 24 months. This is evidenced by the record for facility person #2 containing health assessments dated 7/6/2021 and 9/18/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2025
Oct 2, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed on 10/2/2024 in the Preschool Room an air freshener and a container of hand wipes labeled "Keep Out of the Reach of Children" are accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)) did not ensure the fire detection system was manually tested every 30 days. This is evidenced by manual testing occurring on 7/12/2024 and 8/16/2024, which is 35 days in between each manual testing.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024
- Jul 11, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 20, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The file for Staff Person #1 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains documentation of misdemeanor grade charges and/or convictions. The RAP sheet was not submitted to Central Region OCDEL for review. (CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION) The file for Staff Person #2 (DOH see LIS code sheet) contains a PDE FBI clearance and not the required DHS FBI clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“It was observed on 2/21/2024 two (2) rusty nails are exposed along the wood border around the swing set area of the school-age playground. It was observed on 2/21/2024 several sections of weed barrier are exposed under the swing set on the preschool playground creating a tripping hazard. (ALL CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.66(e) Arts and crafts non-toxic
“It was observed on 2/21/2024 two BINGO daubers being used for arts and crafts are not labeled as nontoxic. (CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed on 2/21/2024 in the Toddler bathroom located in the hallway cleaning materials were accessible to children. (CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.66(b) Original container
“It was observed on 2/21/2024 in the Preschool Room Magic Erasers are not being stored in an original labeled container or in a container that specifies the content. (CORRECTED DURING THE INSPECTION)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
- Jul 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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Feb 14, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.75(c) Has all items
“It was observed on 2/22/ 2023 in the kindergarten classroom the first-aid kit does not contain an assortment of adhesive bandages. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“It was observed on 2/22/2023 in the hallway bathroom the toddlers use for diaper changing, the hands-free trash can was not working properly and staff needed to lift the lid to dispose of soiled diapers. It was observed on 2/22/2023 the bathroom connected to the 3 year old room did not contain a hands-free covered trash can for the disposal of soiled pull-ups.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2023
3270.31(g) Professional development certificate
“The file for Staff Person #1 DOH (see LIS code sheet) contains documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) dated 9/26/2016, which does not satisfy this requirement.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“It was observed on 2/22/2023 in the kindergarten classroom cleaning materials such as Lysol spray and disinfecting wipes are being stored on a shelf by the sink that is accessible to children. (CORRECTED ON SITE)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2023
Feb 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.108(c) No styrofoam
“It was observed on 2/10/2022 the facility was using Styrofoam cups to serve the children drinks.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2022
3270.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“It was observed on the fire drill log a fire drill was conducted on 9/20/2021 and not again until 12/1/2021, a lapse of 71 days which does not meet the requirement of conducting a fire drill at least every 60 days.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool
Is Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 18 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 Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool care for?
84, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (717) 246-8017 to ask.
What is Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool's phone number?
(717) 246-8017.
Where is Growing Friends Childcare Center and Preschool?
12184 Winterstown Rd, Felton, PA 17322. The nearest other daycare we list is Sweet Peas Childcare, 3.7 miles away.