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Abc-me-grow

Essington, PA · Delaware County
★ ★ ★ ★ ★ 5.0 (1 review)
Seneca St, Essington, PA 19029
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Quick Facts

Capacity
12 children
Languages
English, American Sign Language, Cambodian, Chinese - Cantonese, Chinese - Mandarin, English, Korean, Russian, Spanish, Vietnamese
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 521-6187
Seneca St
Essington, PA 19029
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00247115
License Issued
Nov 18, 2025
Active Through
Nov 18, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 15

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cyndi
2014-04-17 21:48:39
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I had the pleasure of working here for a short time, but had to leave because of a family matter, Dana is awesome to work for. Her place is very clean and safe, all of the children have a great time and her staff is also great they treat the children as if they were there own.

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Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 5:15 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-08 Renewal 3280.131(b)(2) - Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.131(b)(2)

Description: Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the file for child #1. The file did not contain an updated health assessment completed within the last 12 months.

Correction Required: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will request an updated health assessment for child #1 and put the updated form on file.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3280.14/3280.20 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.14/3280.20

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, the facility did not have a policy on file to address potential signs of shaking baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying or fussing child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
We will develop a policy to address potential signs of shaking baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying or fussing child, and the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3280.31(f) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(f)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the file for staff person #1 and found that the 1-hour update for Health and Safety training was not on file.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I will complete the new 2-part Health and Safety Training that is available and file the verification.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.32(a)/3280.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, Certification Representative reviewed the files for staff person #1 and found that the FBI clearance on file at the facility had expired.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A new FBI request was submitted, and verification of the new request is on file. We will not open with children until the clearance is received, and the clearance will be filed once it is received.
2025-09-08 Renewal 3280.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection on 09/08/25, the ceiling in the childcare room had three areas in need of repair due to ceiling stains.

Correction Required: 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.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The ceiling tiles in question will be replaced.
2024-10-01 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-10-20 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.124(b)(2) - Physician name, address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(2)

Description: Physician name, address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's physician's address. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form that did not list the child's physician's telephone number.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 1 form now includes the physician's address. Child # 2 form now includes the physician's telephone number.
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.124(b)(3) - Parent home/work address, phone Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(3)

Description: Parent home/work address, phone

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 file contained an emergency contact form did not list the work telephone number and work address of the enrolling parent. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form did not list the enrolling parent's work telephone number , work address , home telephone number and home address.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 1 emergency contact form now includes the work telephone number and address of the enrolling parent. Child # 2 emergency contact form now includes the work telephone number and address , the home telephone number and address of the enrolling parent.
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.124(b)(5) - Information re: special needs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(5)

Description: Information re: special needs

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form did not include information on the child's special needs.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 2 file was filled out NA for special needs and signed by the parent.
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 1 and 2 files contained emergency contact form that did not list the complete address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 1 and 2 files have complete addresses for the person to whom the child may be released.
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.182(6) - Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.182(6)

Description: Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 2 child files were reviewed. Child # 2 file contained an emergency contact form where the parental consent for swimming and wading were not addressed.

Correction Required: A child's record must contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Child # 2 consent for swimming and wading was signed by the parent.
2022-08-09 Renewal 3280.31(e) - Age and training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3280.31(e)

Description: Age and training

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 8/9/2022, 1 staff file was reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not have verification of 12 hours of annual training in child care.

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
12 hours of child care training has been submitted.

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