ABC GROW WITH ME PRESCHOOL & CHILDCARE CENTER LLC
ERIE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1405 W 21ST ST, ERIE, PA, 16502
CityERIE, PA 16502
CountyErie
Phone(814) 520-5000
Operating details
Capacity79
SubsidiesY
License dateAugust 5, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High9
- Medium8
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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1405 W 21ST ST, ERIE, PA, 16502, ERIE, PA 16502
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- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
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- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/24/2026
- High1
- Medium-High9
- Medium8
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk3/24/2026
Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))
Consecutive documentation of mandated reporter training for Staff #1 was dated 9/5/2020 and 10/4/2025, more than 60 months apart. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Mandated reporter trainings will be completed prior to the expiration date. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/4/2025
2025
- Medium-Low risk11/25/2025
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance (3270.95(a)/3270.95(b))
The facility fire test log identified that the most recent testing of the fire detection system was conducted on 9/18/25 which has exceeded 30 days. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met. Correction: The director moved all the information over to the firedrill log. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium-High risk11/25/2025
Every 60 days (3270.94(a)(1))
The facility fire drill log identified that the most recent fire drill was conducted on 9/18/2025 which has exceeded 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: Admin logged the fire test log. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium-High risk11/25/2025
Written instructions (3270.133(2))
In the Toddler room observed a container of prescription nystatin cream that was lacking the written instructions for administration from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Requirement: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. Correction: The cream was not used and was sent home with the parent. Mom was asked to only bring it back if she has the prescription. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium-High risk11/25/2025
Heat Source (3270.71)
Observed staff person #2 providing child care to a group of 7 school aged children in the facility kitchen where a stove / oven was accessible to the children. Requirement: Hot water pipes and other sources of heat exceeding 110° F that are accessible to children shall be equipped with protective guards or shall be insulated to prevent direct contact. Correction: The kitchen will no longer be used for child care. A safety gate is also in place. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium riskStandard 4011/25/2025
40 square feet wall-to-wall (3270.61(c))
Observed staff person #2 providing child care to a group of 7 school aged children in the facility kitchen which is not licensed child care space. Requirement: Indoor child care space is measured within permanent stationary partitions or walls. The allowable number of children in a space is determined by dividing the total square feet in a space by 40. Correction: The kitchen area will not be used for childcare at any time. A gate will also serve as a barrier to the stove area. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium-High risk11/25/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see IS code sheet), is lacking documentation of a child abuse clearance obtained prior to the start date in a child care position as required under CPSL. The file does contain a current child abuse clearance. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Correction: A date in which the employee worked in the classroom will be documented in the file. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/28/2025 - High risk11/25/2025
Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))
Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see IS code sheet) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to Child Protective Services). Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person#1 must be supervised, when interacting with children at a minimum by an AGS who has completed all preservice trainings and has all qualifications to care for children unsupervised. If there are no staff person(s) available to supervise staff person #1, staff person #1 may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Correction: Staff completed their mandated reporter training. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/28/2025 - Medium-High risk7/29/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The file for staff person #1, hire date (see LIS code sheet), who has lived in North Carolina during the previous 5 years, is lacking the out of state clearances as required under CPSL to work in a child care position. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: The clearances were obtained and put into this employees file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Fresh fruit/vegetables refrigerated (3270.161(e))
Observed apples sitting out on the counter in the kitchen. According to staff the apples had been purchased a few days prior. Requirement: Fresh fruits and vegetables that are not used on the day of purchase shall be refrigerated. Correction: The fresh fruit was moved to the fridge. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium-High risk7/29/2025
Refrigerator (3270.107)
The refrigerator in the kitchen is lacking a thermometer. Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: A fridge thermometer was purchased and placed in the new fridge. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Clean, good repair, proper size (3270.104(a))
Four chairs being used by school aged children in the gym play space contained fraying fabric on the back of the seats. Requirement: Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs. Correction: The chairs were removed and replaced with new chairs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Clean and good repair (3270.82(g))
Observed an exposed and protruding bolt at the base of a toilet in the bathrooms off of the gym play space. Requirement: Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair. Correction: Toilet bolt covers were purchases and placed on all the toilets. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Play space - 65 square feet/child (3270.62(b))
Observed toddler and school aged children using an unlicensed outdoor grassy area behind the facility building as play space. Requirement: Outdoor or indoor play space shall be measured at 65 square feet per child. Correction: The outdoor play space was inspected and is now utilized. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Large muscle space provided (3270.62(a))
Observed the only space licensed as play space for the infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children is being used as child care space for the school aged children and is not available for use as play space. Requirement: A facility shall provide outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding. Correction: The outdoor play space was inspected and is now utilized. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk7/29/2025
Letter to parents (3270.27(e))
The letter provided to parents regarding the facility emergency procedures does not include plans for lock down and does not include accommodations for infants, toddlers and children with chronic medical conditions. Requirement: The operator shall provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining the emergency procedures. The operator shall also provide to the parent of each enrolled child a letter explaining any subsequent update to the plan. Correction: The terminology for the lockdown and accommodations were added to the letter, was posted, and will be given to parents. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 8/1/2025 - Medium risk6/4/2025
Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)
Observed the textured paint on the floor in the indoor play space is peeling and chipping in 2 observed areas which are accessible to the children in care. Children who are still placing objects in their mouth have access to the chipped paint. 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: The Floor mats were rearranged so the peeling paint was no longer exposed. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/4/2025 - Medium-High risk6/4/2025
Written instructions/Name on bottle (3270.133(2)/3270.133(3))
Observed in the older toddler classroom prescription ointment that was not labeled with the name of the child for whom it's use was intended and was lacking the written instructions for administration from the prescriber. The medication log identified that the ointment had been applied to a child in care. Requirement: A staff person shall administer a prescription medication only if written instructions are provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable. The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container. Correction: The medication was given back to Mom, she then returned the medication with the correct label. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/4/2025 - Medium-High risk6/4/2025
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))
Observed the textured paint on the floor in the indoor play space is peeling and chipping in 2 observed areas which are accessible to the children in care. 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. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: The Floor mats were rearranged so the peeling paint was no longer exposed. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/6/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$817/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: ERIE, Erie County
- Capacity: 79
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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