BUSY BEES CHILD CARE CENTER LLC

LANCASTER, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

2.9based on state inspection data
Capacity69
Est. price$817/mo

Contact information

Address794 NEW HOLLAND AVE, LANCASTER, PA, 17602

CityLANCASTER, PA 17602

CountyLancaster

Phone(717) 740-5066

Operating details

Capacity69

SubsidiesY

License dateAugust 10, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/27/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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794 NEW HOLLAND AVE, LANCASTER, PA, 17602, LANCASTER, PA 17602

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Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/27/2026

  • High1
  • Medium-High15
  • Medium8
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))

    Diaper cream and wipes were observed to be accessible to children in the YT2 classroom. Corrected on site by locking the diaper table cabinet. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Diaper cream and wipes will not be accessible to children in the classrooms at any time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/27/2026
  2. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Has all items (3270.75(c))

    The first aid kit in the OT-2 classroom was missing Scissors - Corrected on site by adding scissors to the kit. Requirement: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves. Correction: The first aid kit will always have a scissor in all classrooms. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/27/2026
  3. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    HVAC Ceiling vents in each classroom were observed to have a visible layer of dust on them. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: Vents will be kept clean of dust at all time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  4. Medium risk5/27/2026

    Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)

    Several plastic bags were observed to be accessible in an unlocked cabinet in the OT-2. Corrected on site by moving bags out of reach of children. Requirement: Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths. Correction: Plastic bags will always be kept inaccessible to children at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/27/2026
  5. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Insurance coverage information (3270.124(b)(6))

    Insurance company and policy number were not available for child #1. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable. Correction: Insurance information was obtained. Insurance company and policy number will be always available on children's files. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  6. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Immunization record/ACIP recommended immunization record (3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e))

    Documentation that child #1 has received the Hepatitis A vaccination was not available. Requirement: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility may not accept or retain an infant 2 months of age or older, a toddler or a preschool child at the facility for more than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility unless the parent provides written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of the dates (month, day and year) the child was administered immunizations in accordance with the recommendations of the ACIP. Correction: Documentation of Hepatitis A administration schedule on 6/29/2026 is now available on child #1 file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/28/2026
  7. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Mantoux TB (3270.151(c)(2))

    The date of the TB test results for staff #2 was not available. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: The date of the TB test results for staff #2 is now available and on file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/29/2026
  8. Medium risk5/27/2026

    Exam communicable disease (3270.151(c)(3))

    Staff #1 had a health assessment on file that stated they had a communicable disease. No further explanation was available. Requirement: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. Correction: Staff #1 have now a health assessment that stated that she doesn't have any communicable disease. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 6/1/2026
  9. Medium risk5/27/2026

    Adult Hygiene (3270.152)

    A teacher in the YT-2 classroom was observed to rinse her their hands under water after diapering a child. Soap was not used to wash hands. Corrected on site after prompted to use soap. Requirement: A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child. Correction: Teachers of all classrooms will always wash their hands with soap and water after diapering a child. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/27/2026
  10. Medium-Low risk5/27/2026

    Bottles labeled (3270.166(4))

    An infant bottle was observed to be unlabeled with a child's name. Corrected on site by labeling the bottle. Requirement: Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name. Correction: Infant bottle is now labeled with the child's name. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/27/2026
  11. Medium-High risk5/27/2026

    Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

    Documentation showed that the last fire drill was conducted 3/23/26, exceeding the requirement that a fire drill be conducted every 60 days by 5 days. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: Documentation with an updated fire drill is now available. From now on, the fire drill will be conducted every 60 days or less. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/29/2026
  12. Medium-High risk3/10/2026

    Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))

    Documentation showed that a fire drill had been conducted on 2/2/26 and previously on 12/2/26, exceeding the requirement that fire drills be conducted at least every 60 days. Requirement: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Correction: The Director or designated staff person will be responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure Fire Drills are conducted at least once every 60 days. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/23/2026
  13. High risk3/10/2026

    General Health and Safety (3270.21)

    It was reported that a staff used a breakable drinking container in the classroom. The container broke and a child injured themselves on a piece of the broken container. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: The conditions at the facility will not pose a threat to the health and safety of the children. Inspection: Self-Reported Non Compliance. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/3/2026
  14. Medium-High risk3/10/2026

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    The NSOR clearance for Staff #3 was not available in the staff file at the time of inspection. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: We will comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person will not work in a childcare position at the facility. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/10/2026
  15. Medium risk3/10/2026

    Associate's + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.35(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii))

    Documentation of hours of experience was not available for staff #1. Requirement: A group supervisor shall have an associate's degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human services field and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: A Group Supervisor will have an associated degree from an accredited college or university in early childhood education, child development, special education, elementary education or the human service field and 2 years of experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Documentation now on file. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/13/2026
  16. Medium risk3/10/2026

    HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii))

    Documentation of hours of experience was not available for Staff #4. Requirement: An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: An Assistant Group Supervisor will have a High School Diploma or a General education Development certificate and 2 years of experience with children. A facility person's record will include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Documentation is now on file. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/16/2026
  17. Medium-High riskStandard 123/10/2026

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

    Documentation of a health assessment at the time of initial service was not available for staff #4. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with children or who works with food preparation will have a Health Assessment conducted within 12 months prior to provide initial service in a childcare setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop medical problems. A facility person's record include a writing report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/10/2026
  18. Medium risk3/10/2026

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    Two written, nonfamily references were not available for staff #1 and staff #4. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: A facility person's record will include two written, non family references from individuals attesting the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Documents are now on file. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/16/2026
  19. Medium-High risk3/10/2026

    Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR (3270.31(f)(10))

    Documentation showed that staff #4 completed pediatric first aid and CPR training on 12/13/25, which was beyond 90 days from the staff's hire date. See LIS for date of hire. Documentation showed that staff #2 completed pediatric first aid and CPR training that was not an approved curriculum or a PQAS trainer. Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development in the topic of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire. Correction: A facility person will have a Pediatric First Aid & CPR training within 90 days from the staff hire date. The training will be provide from an approved curriculum or PQAS trainer. CPR Certificate for staff #4 is noted as late. Staff #2 is no longer employed at the facility. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 3/10/2026

2025

  1. Medium-High risk5/14/2025

    Required to report (3270.19(a))

    Staff persons #1 and #2 did not report to Childline that a firearm was found in a child #1's diaper bag until Certification Representative informed them to do so. Requirement: An operator or a staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL. Correction: From now on, all staff person who has reason to believe that a child enrolled in the facility has been abused is required to report suspected child abuse to Childline as mandated by the CPSL. If a firearm or anything that could be harmful to a child is discovered in a child's personal belongings at the facility, we will notify Childline immediately. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/13/2025
  2. Medium-High risk5/14/2025

    General Health and Safety/Firearms (3270.21/3270.79)

    Staff person #3 found a firearm in child #1's diaper bag. The director did not immediately call law enforcement to come and assess the situation and take possession of the firearm. Requirement: Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Weapons, firearms and ammunition are prohibited in a child care center. Correction: From now on, conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health and safety of the children. Weapons, firearms, and ammunition are prohibited in a child care center. Law enforcement will be called immediately if a firearm is ever found in an enrolled child's belongings. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/13/2025
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 125/14/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB (3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2))

    Staff person #3's TB screening results are dated 7/18/25, which is a date in the future. Staff person #5's health assessment is dated 4/29/24, which is greater than 1 year prior to providing initial service in the child care facility. See Code Sheet. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. Correction: Staff person #3's TB screening results are now dated 7/21/24. Staff person #5's health assessment is dated now 5/22/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/22/2025
  4. Medium risk5/14/2025

    Two written references (3270.192(5))

    Staff person #4's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Staff person #4's record does include now two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/16/2025
  5. Medium risk5/14/2025

    Transcript, diploma and letters (3270.192(2)(iv))

    Staff person #5's record did not include acceptable verification of education. Education on record is from another country and does not include the US equivalency and translation from an accepted agency. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Correction: Staff person #5's record now include an acceptable verification of education. Education on record is from another country and does include now the US equivalency and translation from an accepted agency Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/16/2025
  6. Medium-High risk5/14/2025

    Insured (3270.176(a))

    The 2007 Honda Odyssey's used for transporting children had an expired insurance policy (expired January 2025). Corrected during inspection Requirement: A vehicle shall be insured in accordance with the requirements of 75 Pa.C.S. § § 1701-1799.7 (relating to the Motor Vehicle Financial Responsibility Law). Correction: The 2007 Honda Odyssey's used for transporting children has now a current registration and insurance's card. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 5/14/2025

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19Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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About this daycare

  • Location: LANCASTER, Lancaster County
  • Capacity: 69
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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