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Icu Stem Academy

Lansdowne, PA 19050 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
15
open each week
5 days

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About Icu Stem Academy

Icu Stem Academy is a group home daycare in Lansdowne, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 15 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. 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 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Group home daycare
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Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
15 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

SettingGroup child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity15 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

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State record

Inspection reports for Icu Stem Academy

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
15 children
License number
#CER-00253276
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 22 rules in all · 22 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Supervision and ratios 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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  1. Feb 11, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 and 3 had a health assessment that was more than 24 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #2 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first- aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have the verification of the completion of the 1-hour Health and Safety update.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact information for child #1, 4, and 5 did not include the address and of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 13, 2026

  2. Aug 26, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      3280.113(a)/3280.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children

      “On 8/26/25 a certification representative conducted a complaint investigation. During the investigation, staff #1 and #2 reported that on 8/18/25 a child eloped from the school yard, while off school premises. The child had been away from facility staff for about 5-10 minutes before being located by staff #1 a few blocks away from the school yard. Staff #1 reported becoming aware of the missing child within seconds of them leaving the school yard.”

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 23, 2025

  3. Mar 13, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(a)(3) Contact when arises

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan that stated that parents will be notified but did not specify the method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(a)(4) Contact when ended

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan specify the method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended but did not identify a method to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.26(a)(1) Emergency plan

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan for the facility did not include shelter of children during an emergency including lock-down, shelter in place at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3280.124(e) Written emergency plan posted

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a written and posted plan which identifies the means of transporting a child to emergency care and the facility staffing provisions in the event of an emergency”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #5 did not have an updated health report on file. The last report was dated 2-5-2024.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.171(b)/3280.171(c) Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the operator did not have a written and posted policy identifying safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes in the vicinity of the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #3 and #4 did not have signed parental consent for emergency medical care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Transportation

      3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the provider did not notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #3 and #4 did not have signed parental consent for administration of minor first- aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025

  4. Aug 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Feb 22, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      3280.17 Liability Insurance

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility did not have a current copy of the comprehensive general liability insurance on file at the facility.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.31(e) Age and training

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff # 1, 2, 4, & 5 do not have documentation of the completion of 12 clock hours of childcare training.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that certification for pediatric first-aid and CPR was not observed in the file of staff #4.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Background checks

      3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #3 did not have a PA state police clearance on file. The child abuse clearance for staff #4 was not on file and the out of state criminal history clearance and out of state child abuse and neglect registry. Staff #5 had a PA state police clearance on file that is not completed, the clearance states that it is pending.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Records and paperwork

      3280.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the emergency contact forms for child #3, 4, 5 did not have the address for the release people.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Health, medication and illness

      3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the health report for child #4 & #5 had not been updated within the last 12 months.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility had an emergency plan that did not include the facility's plan for continuity of operation during and in the aftermath of an emergency/disaster. Also, the facility did not have a written policy and procedure to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment. And finally, staff #2 and #3 did not have documentation of the completion of the health and safety update.”

      Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2024

  6. Mar 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 29, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.102(a) Clean and good repair

      “During the on-site renewal inspection the following conditions were observed: The basement area was under construction; an incomplete HVAC install was suspended resulting in the ceiling, walls, and floors in disrepair. Rest equipment, toys, play equipment, furniture and supplies were all exposed to the sheet-rock dust/ dirt debris. An uncovered child accessible sump pump was in the space. The basement conditions on date of inspection contained visible hazards and was not conducive for childcare space. The stair rail to the facility's entrance contained rust and damaged peeling paint. The bathroom walls, floors and sink were dirty and in disrepair; the mounted sink was surrounded by a large hole in the wall. The damaged wooden fencing in the outdoor play yard was collapsed, exposing nails and sharp edges. Two small wading pools were filled with water, play equipment and toys were in disrepair. The outdoor shed in the play yard contained peeling paint. On date of inspection, the Indoor and outdoor conditions of the facility pose a potential health and safety threat to children when in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3280.76/3280.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster

      “During the on-site renewal inspection the following conditions were observed: The basement area was under construction; an incomplete HVAC install was suspended resulting in the ceiling, walls, and floors in disrepair. Rest equipment, toys, play equipment, furniture and supplies were all exposed to the sheet-rock dust/ dirt debris. An uncovered child accessible sump pump was in the space. The basement conditions on date of inspection contained visible hazards and was not conducive for childcare space. The stair rail to the facility's entrance contained rust and damaged peeling paint. The bathroom walls, floors and sink were dirty and in disrepair; the mounted sink was surrounded by a large hole in the wall. The damaged wooden fencing in the outdoor play yard was collapsed, exposing nails and sharp edges. Two small wading pools were filled with water, play equipment and toys were in disrepair. The outdoor shed in the play yard contained peeling paint. On date of inspection, the Indoor and outdoor conditions of the facility pose a potential health and safety threat to children when in care.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 17, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Icu Stem Academy

Is Icu Stem Academy licensed?

Yes. Icu Stem Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Icu Stem Academy last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Icu Stem Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 22 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 Icu Stem Academy care for?

15, the licensed capacity on the state record.

Does Icu Stem Academy accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Icu Stem Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Icu Stem Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 809-5063 to ask.

What is Icu Stem Academy's phone number?

(610) 809-5063.

Where is Icu Stem Academy?

Lansdowne, PA 19050. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).