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Little People Big Dreams
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About Little People Big Dreams
Little People Big Dreams is a group home daycare in Upper Darby, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 12 children.
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 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 56 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Group home daycare
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- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
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| Setting | Group child care homeFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
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Inspection reports for Little People Big Dreams
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- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #CER-00259216
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 56 rules in all · 50 corrected
- Records and paperwork 16
- Staff training and qualifications 12
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 6
- Background checks 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 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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Jul 6, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Staff person #1 hired on (see code sheet) does not have completed NJ child abuse clearance on file. Continued noncompliance from renewal inspection conducted on 04/23/26.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
Apr 23, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 ceiling tiles in the indoor play space were observed in need of repair.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.123(a)(6)/3280.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 the file reviewed for child #2 did not contain child's date of admission.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 and child #2 did not contain physician's name. The emergency contact form reviewed for child #3 did not include physician's name and telephone number.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 the emergency contact form reviewed for child #1 and child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number. The emergency contact form reviewed for child #2 did not include health insurance coverage.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 the health assessment reviewed for child #4 was more than 12 months old.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not include verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 there were missing receptable covers observed in middle childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.66(a) Locked or inaccessible - in original container
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 there was hand sanitizer observed on the front desk and in the indoor play space accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.75(a) In facility
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 there was no first aid kit observed in front childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/23/26 staff person #1 hired on (see code sheet) did not have completed NJ state criminal and NJ child abuse clearances on file. Staff person # 2 hired on (see code sheet) did not have a completed NJ child abuse clearance on file.”
Jan 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3280.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the unannounced monitoring visit on 01/22/06 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 10, 2026
Dec 10, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3280.94(a)(1) Every 60 days
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 12/10/25 the documentation reviewed did not reflect fire drills being conducted every 60 days. Last fire drill documented was 5/20/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2025
3280.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 12/10/25 uncovered electrical outlets were observed in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2025
3280.26(d) Plan posted
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 12/10/25 the emergency plan was not posted in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2025
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“During the allocated unannounced monitoring on 12/10/25 staff was unable to provide access to children & staff files upon request.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2025
Apr 30, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3280.26(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the documentation reviewed did not reflect annual emergency drill. Last drill conducted 04/04/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the file reviewed for child #2 and child #3 did not contain a child service report providing information about the child's growth and development.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.78 Lighting
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the lighting in the infant room was inoperable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.75(c) Has all items
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the first aid kit located in the infant room did not contain scissors, soap or tape. The first aid kit located in the front room did not contain tweezers and soap.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the file reviewed for staff person#1 hired (see code sheet) contained a child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance and NSOR certificate that were more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #2 hired (see code sheet) did not contain a mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 30, 2025
3280.31(e)/3280.192(2)(iii) Age and training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 did not contain 12 hours of annual childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.26(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the file reviewed for staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not reflect annual emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
3280.131(a)/3280.182(1) Health Information/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“During the renewal inspection on 04/30/25 the file reviewed for child #1 did not contain initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 2, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“During the unannounced monitoring visit on 01/04/25 staff person #1, who was identified as the designated person, was unable to provide certification representative immediate access to child and staff files.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“During the unannounced monitoring visit on 01/14/25 staff person #1, who was identified as the designated person, was unable to provide certification representative immediate access to child and staff files for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
Jan 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“During the unannounced monitoring visit on 01/04/25 staff person #1, who was identified as the designated person, was unable to provide certification representative immediate access to child and staff files.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“During the unannounced monitoring visit on 01/14/25 staff person #1, who was identified as the designated person, was unable to provide certification representative immediate access to child and staff files for review.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2025
Jul 30, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3280.192(5) Two written references
“There was no verification that facility person's records included two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person as the information was not presented at the time of the inspection. Each record only had one. (#1, #2 and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.171(b)/3280.171(c) Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted
“Safe routes, including safe pedestrian crossways, pick-up and drop-off points and bike routes were not appropriately determined in the vicinity of the facility, communicated to the children and parents in writing and posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“One child's record did not contain a health report completed within the past 12 months as required for children older toddler age to preschool age. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been reviewed and updated within the past 6 months. (#1 and #5)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Several children's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission. (#1, #3 and #4)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“Two children's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#3 and #4)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.106 Refrigerator
“The refrigerator had a meat thermometer that not capable of registering the temperature to ensure that the refrigerator was capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“The carpet in the main room was stained and in need of cleaning, replacement or removal.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their assistant group supervisor position. (#2)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.31(e)(4)(i) Age and training
“One staff person's record contained pediatric first aid and CPR training that was not PQAS approved training. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.26(d) Plan posted
“The emergency plan was not posted at a conspicuous location in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.26(b) Emergency plan
“There was no written documentation indicating that the emergency plan had been reviewed and updated when there was a change in the responsible staff person. The person listed no longer works at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Two staff persons were observed caring for children unsupervised and there was no verification that their record contained verification of completed required CCDBG training. (#2 and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
3280.105(a) Clean, age appropriate
“Children were observed napping on rest equipment that were not labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2024
Apr 12, 2024Visit5 rules cited
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2024
3280.33(c) Age and training
“On 1/29/24, five children were observed in care and there was no written verification that the one staff person present had pediatric first aid and CPR training. (#3) On 3/12/24, children were in care and there was no written verification that the one staff person present had pediatric first aid and CPR training. (#4). Staff person's records did not contain written verification of completed pediatric first aid and CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2024
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“One child's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#2”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2024
3280.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“One child's record contained agreements that did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2024
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been updated within the past 6-months. (#1, #2, #3-agreement, #4-agreement)”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2024
Jan 29, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
3280.31(e) Age and training
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of child care training. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
3280.192(5) Two written references
“One facility person's record/s did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“One child's record did not contain written verification of signed parental consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff prior to admission. (#4)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.131(b)(2)/3280.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health assessments
“There was no verification that children's records contained subsequent updated health reports completed in the post 12 months as they were not made available at the time of the inspection. (#4 and #5).”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of health and safety training topics required in order to work unsupervised with children. This staff person was the only staff person present.(#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3280.124(f)/3280.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Several children's records did not contain emergency contact and financial agreement information that had been updated within the past 6-months. (#1, #2, #3-agreement, #4-agreement)”
3280.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“Several children's records contained agreements that did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released. (#2, #3 -not corrected and #4)”
3280.33(c) Age and training
“On 1/29/24, five children were observed in care and there was no written verification that the one staff person present had pediatric first aid and CPR training. (#3) On 3/12/24, children were in care and there was no written verification that the one staff person present had pediatric first aid and CPR training. (#4). Staff person's records did not contain written verification of completed pediatric first aid and CPR.”
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Two facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#2-no proof of out of state clearances (NJ) (#3 -no proof of request for FBI and no signed DISCLOSURE STATEMENT prior to working with children).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2024
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“One child's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#2)”
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Oct 10, 2023Visit10 rules cited
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“Surfaces in the facility were in need of cleaning and/or repair and presented a visible hazard: (1) the floor planks in the main room were in disrepair and presented a potential hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3280.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“One child's record contained an initial health report dated more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. (#5)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3280.124(c) Each child care space
“On 8/23/23 and 9/13/23, children were observed being cared for in the main childcare space and their emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 11, 2023
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Several children's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission. (#4, and #5)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
3280.192(5) Two written references
“One facility person's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Several staff persons were observed caring for a child and their record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training (10 hour) required prior to working with children unsupervised. (#1, #2, and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-hired 8/21/23- observed working with children and record contained no proof of requests for FBI, -no completed FBI) (#2- hired 5/15/23- no record of completed NSOR) (#3-hired 6/15/23- no record of completed FBI clearance)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2023
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education and experience for their primary staff position. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 13, 2023
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 9/13/23 at approximately 3pm, two children were observed napping in the rear room and food prep area alone and unattended. At 3:25pm, a group of nine young and older toddlers and preschool age children in the main classroom were left alone and unattended on multiple occasions when the staff persons left the room to attend to other tasks.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 13, 2023
Aug 18, 2023Inspection19 rules cited
3280.151(a)/3280.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment including negative TB skin testing completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#1 and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3280.182(3)/3280.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“Several children's records did not contain the parent's signature indicating written consent for emergency medical care and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. (#1-both) (#2-consent for emergency medical care) (#4-both)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023
3280.192(5) Two written references
“Two facility person's records did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. (#1 and #4)”
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The operator did not provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.”
3280.131(a) Health Information
“One child has been enrolled in the facility for more than 60 days and their record contained a health report completed more than 60 days (3 months) following the first day of attendance at the facility. (#4)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“Two staff person's records did not contain written verification of education and/or experience for their primary staff position. (#1 -both and #3 -education)”
3280.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“One child's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number information. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023
3280.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“One child's record contained an initial health report dated no more than 1 year prior to the first day of attendance at the facility. (#5)”
3280.131(e) ACIP recommended immunization record
“One child has been enrolled for more than 60 days and their record did not include written verification of current up-to-date immunizations. (#4)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 13, 2023
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 9/13/23 at approximately 3pm, two children were observed napping in the rear room and food prep area alone and unattended. At 3:25pm, a group of nine young and older toddlers and preschool age children in the main classroom were left alone and unattended on multiple occasions when the staff persons left the room to attend to other tasks.”
3280.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 8/23/23 at approximately 1pm, a group of five older toddler and preschool age children in the food prep area and a group of seven preschool and school age children were left alone and unattended on two occasions when the staff left the room to attend to other tasks.”
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Several facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-hired 8/21/23- observed working with children and record contained no proof of requests for FBI, STATE POLICE and CHILD ABUSE) (#2- hired 5/15/23- no record of completed NSOR) (#3-hired 6/15/23- no record of completed FBI clearance)”
3280.123(a)(6) Admission date
“Several children's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission. (#1, #3, #4, and #5)”
3280.124(c) Each child care space
“On 8/23/23 and 9/13/23, children were observed being cared for in the main childcare space and their emergency contact information was not present in the childcare space.”
3280.76 Building Surfaces
“Surfaces in the facility were in need of cleaning and/or repair and presented a visible hazard: (1) the floor planks in the main room were in disrepair and presented a potential hazard (2) the carpet in the main room was stained and needed cleaning.”
3280.26(d) Plan posted
“The emergency plan was not posted at a conspicuous location in the facility. Post the emergency plan at a conspicuous location in the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 5, 2023
3280.14/3280.20 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Several staff persons were observed caring for a child and their record did not contain verification of completed CCDBG training (10 hour) required prior to working with children unsupervised . (#1, #2, #3, and #4)”
3280.123(a) Signed
“One child's record lacked an agreement that had been signed by the operator. (#1)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
3280.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“One child's record did not include services to be provided to the family and child. The area on the agreement form in which to write this information was blank. (#3)”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2023
Mar 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Two staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents (#2-hired 11/14/22- observed working with children and lacked proof of completed Child Abuse and NSOR) (#5 hired 12/5/22 -no proof of requests for NSOR)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
3280.31(e)(1)(iii) Age and training
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of childcare training. (staff #4).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2023
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“On 3/15/23, at approximately 4:00pm, a staff person was unable to provide an agent of the Department immediate access to the files and records. Staff person indicated that the files were locked and there was no key. (#2)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 15, 2023
Jan 25, 2023Visit3 rules cited
3280.31(e) Age and training
“Two staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of childcare training. (staff #1 and #4).”
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“The operator lacked verification of the annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the day care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 25, 2023
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Three staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents (#1- lacked the required clearance documents for a staff person who has lived outside of PA in the past 5 years. (#2-hired 11/14/22- observed working with children and lacked proof of completed FBI, Child Abuse and NSOR ) (#5 hired 12/5/22 -no proof of requests for NSOR)”
Oct 21, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
3280.23(a) Immediate access
“Provider refused to provide Certification Representative immediate access to the facility to conduct the renewal inspection and only permitted access after multiple requests and recitation of the Public Welfare Code.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2022
3280.26(b) Emergency plan
“During the inspection conducted on 11/14/22, there was no documentation observed verifying that the emergency plan had been reviewed annually.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.31(e) Age and training
“Two staff person's record did not contain written verification of annual minimum 12 hours of childcare training. (staff #1 and #4).”
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Three staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents (#1- lacked the required clearance documents for a staff person who has lived outside of PA in the past 5 years. (#2-hired 11/14/22- observed working with children and lacked proof of requests for FBI, STATE POLICE and CHILD ABUSE and at least completed FBI or STATE POLICE) (#5 -no proof of requests for NSOR)”
3280.52(b)/3280.52(c) Similar age levels/Mixed age levels
“On 11/14/22, at approximately 4:00pm, two staff persons (#2 and #4) were observed caring for a mixed-age group of 12 young and older toddlers/preschool/older school age children (3-young/older toddlers-1 to 2 years of age; 8preschoolers- ages 3 years to first day of entering Kindergarten old; 1 young school age- grades 4th through 15 years of age) in the large, main childcare space. Staff persons verified the ages of the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.52(b)/3280.52(c) Similar age levels/Mixed age levels
“On 11/14/22, at approximately 4:00pm, two staff persons (#2 and #4) were observed caring for a mixed-age group of 12 young and older toddlers/preschool/older school age children (3-young/older toddlers-1 to 2 years of age; 8preschoolers- ages 3 years to first day of entering Kindergarten old; 1 young school age- grades 4th through 15 years of age) in the large, main childcare space. Staff persons verified the ages of the children in care.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3280.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the inspection conducted on 11/14/22, a box of items to be placed in the trash was blocking the rear exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2022
3280.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“It could not be determined that the initial health report had been completed within the past 12 months as required for children older toddler age to preschool age as the form was blackened out and could not be read. (child #1)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2022
3280.151(c)(3)/3280.151(c)(5) Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment
“One staff person's health assessment did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination and the physician`s or CRNP`s assessment of the person`s suitability to provide childcare. (staff #2)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.94(a)(1)/3280.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“The fire drill records indicated that fire drill were not being held every 60 days. Documents submitted indicated that drill were held on 8/25/22, 9/26/22 and 10/25/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.95(a)/3280.95(b) FIRE DETECTION/Staff responsibility
“The facility fire detection system was not tested as it is not accessible and the annual written documentation from a fire safety professional did not indicate that the fire detection system has been tested and is operable. It only referenced the exit and emergency lighting system. The inspection and testing form that was also submitted was completely blank.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.24(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“The facility's current certificate of compliance and a copy of the 55 PA CODE 3280 regulations were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional day care office posted at the same location.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.171(a) Pick up and drop off points
“The operator lacked verification of the annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the day care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
3280.34(b)(5)/3280.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“One staff person's record did not contain written verification of education and/or experience for their primary staff position (staff #2 and #3)”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 14, 2022
Feb 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1- observed working with children and lacked the required clearance documents for a staff person who has lived outside of PA in the past 5 years.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2022
3280.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“Trash contaminated by human secretions was observed in a container that that was not closed in the bathroom used by children..”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2022
3280.26(e) Letter to parents
“The letter given to parents regarding the emergency plan did not explain the emergency procedure updates to the plan as required in 3270.27 subsection a. Revise the letter given to parents to ensure that it explains the emergency procedures and updates to the plan as required in 3270.26 subsection a.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 3, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Little People Big Dreams
Is Little People Big Dreams licensed?
Yes. Little People Big Dreams is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Little People Big Dreams last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Little People Big Dreams had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 56 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 50 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 Little People Big Dreams care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Little People Big Dreams accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Little People Big Dreams' hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (484) 466-4862 to confirm.
How much does Little People Big Dreams cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 466-4862 to ask.
What is Little People Big Dreams' phone number?
(484) 466-4862.
Where is Little People Big Dreams?
Upper Darby, PA 19082. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.