Big Leaps Learning Center
613 Easton Tpke, Lake Ariel, PA
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Seeds to Saplings is a child care center in Greentown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 36 children, serving school-age 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 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 36 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Seeds to Saplings has not listed its tuition.
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 13 rules in all · 12 corrected
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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3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, certification rep observed a sea saw with a broken handle in the outdoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 20, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 did not participate in annual fire safety training as evidenced by fire safety training certificates dated 6/30/25 and 7/20/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. Staff # 1 was not trained in emergency plan procedures at the time of their initial hire (see code sheet). Staff # 1 received emergency plan training on 7/21/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, child files were reviewed. There are no addresses provided for the release persons listed on the emergency contact forms for children # 1 and 2.”
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During a renewal inspection on 8/20/26, staff files were reviewed. More than 60 months passed between state police, child line and NSOR clearances for staff # 1. This is evidenced by state police clearances dated 8/27/20 and 3/24/26, child line clearances dated 9/2/20 and 3/9/26, and NSOR verifications dated 9/4/20 and 3/6/26. There is no documentation in the file that staff # 1 was removed from their childcare position during the time clearances were not valid.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2026
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed staff # 1 (see code sheet for DOH) did not have an initial health assessment prior to their initial service date. The health assessment on file for staff # 1 is dated 6/18/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed more than 30 days between fire alarm test logs documented on 6/27/25 and 7/29/25.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 8/12/25, certification rep observed a storage bin of toys cracked on the front and lid, which created a pinch point.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“Staff person # 1 has not completed Pediatric first aid and CPR training on or before expiration of the most current certification. This is evidenced by the previously documented Pediatric first aid and CPR training on file expiring 11/30/24. Documentation of updated Pediatric first aid and CPR training is not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, peeling linoleum was observed in the bathroom located in the middle classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, a water table on the outdoor play are was observed to have two cracked pieces which created pinch points.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form on file for child # 1 does not have an address for the listed release persons.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 23, 2024
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During a renewal inspection on 8/19/24, it was discovered that there is no facility accident file. The owner disclosed that parents are given the original and an additional copy is kept only in the child's file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/9/23. During the inspection the staff files were reviewed. The PA State Police Clearance and PA Child Abuse Clearance for Staff Person #1 had not been updated within 60 months. The dates of the clearances were: State Police 9/14/17 and 6/12/23; Child Abuse 9/21/17 and 6/18/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 9, 2023
3270.121(a) Review policies and procedures
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, a supervision policy was not included in the parent handbook.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the facility did not have an emergency transportation plan posted anywhere at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the child files were reviewed. The file for Child #1 did not contain documentation of any flu vaccine administered to the child. The file for Child #2 did not contain immunization record of the flu vaccine administered during the previous flu season. The last flu vaccine on file is dated 10/14/19. Both children were enrolled at the facility during the previous flu season.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 29, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the emergency drill conducted the previous year had not been documented.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 12, 2022
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, the facility did not have a policy to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“A renewal inspection was conducted on 8/12/22. At that time, a large hole was observed outside of the back door of the preschool room posing a tripping hazard. Chipping wood was observed on the back of the storage portion of the building after exiting the building through the preschool room.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Seeds to Saplings is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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.
36, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (570) 676-6040 to ask.
(570) 676-6040.
1631 Route 507 Suite 5 And 6, Greentown, PA 18426. The nearest other daycare we list is Cynthia Obrien, 3.9 miles away.