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Big Dreams Little People Inc

Lancaster, PA · Lancaster County
Union St, Lancaster, PA 17603
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Quick Facts

Capacity
6 children
Languages
English, English
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (717) 696-2781
Union St
Lancaster, PA 17603
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Licensed Family Child Care
Active License
License Number
CER-00251539
License Issued
Feb 9, 2026
Active Through
Feb 9, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 10

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About the Provider

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Big Dreams Little People Inc is a Family Child Care in Lancaster PA, with a maximum capacity of 6 children. The provider also participates in a subsidized child care program.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Thursday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Friday6:00 AM - 5:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-06-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.22(a) - Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.22(a)

Description: Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations

Noncompliance Area: The facility's current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.

Correction Required: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents, with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office posted at the same location.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The facility's current Certificate of Compliance has been posted in a conspicuous location that is easily visible to parents and visitors. The required regional child care office contact information has also been posted at the same location.
2026-06-01 Allocated Unannounced Monitoring 3290.95(b) - Operator or designated staff responsibility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.95(b)

Description: Operator or designated staff responsibility

Noncompliance Area: The time between the testing of the fire detection devices exceeded the permitted at least every 30 days' timeframe (12/10/25, 1/11/25) The most current documented testing of these devices was 4/11/26 (corrected during inspection).

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements in subsection (a) are met.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The fire detection devices were tested and documented during the inspection. A current log has been established to document monthly (every 30 days) testing of all fire detection devices in accordance with PA Code 3290.95(b).
2025-12-12 Renewal 3290.133(6)/3290.133(7) - Written consent/Medication log Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.133(6)/3290.133(7)

Description: Written consent/Medication log

Noncompliance Area: Child #1 had a prescribed Epi-pen at the facility for a food allergy. The parent had not given written permission to administer the medication as there was no Medication Log filled out and signed by the parent.

Correction Required: A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet. An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The parent of Child #1 filled out a medication log, giving instructions and permission to administer the medication. The Medication Log is at the facility with the medication.
2025-08-11 Initial review 3290.117(c) - Vet's certificate required Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.117(c)

Description: Vet's certificate required

Noncompliance Area: There was no certificate of current rabies immunization for the dog present at the facility. The rabies vaccination expired on 4/22/25.

Correction Required: A veterinarian's certificate of current rabies immunization is required for a cat or dog at the facility. The certificate shall be on file when the cat or dog is present.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The dog was taken to the vet on 8/21/25 at 9:00am and was given the Rabies vaccine, which is now current until 8/20/28. The certificate will be kept on file with licensing documentation.
2025-08-11 Initial review 3290.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3290.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the initial inspection, there were no evacuation routes posted on each floor of the facility.

Correction Required: The operator or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
I created evacuation routes that included each room of the house on each floor. They are posted on all levels of the home.

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