Abacus Montessori Academy is a certified child care center in Chalfont, PA, with capacity for 104 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 4 times. The state cited 9 violations, none of them core-safety, most often for building & playground safety (8 of 9). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 6 centers in Chalfont and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At time of renewal inspection on 7/16/26, cracked siding on the outside of the building was observed while walking to the outside play space. The cracked areas were near where the gate opened and could pose a hazard if a child touched the sharp edges while passing through the area.
At time of renewal inspection on 7/16/26, the file for child #1 did not include signed parental permission for emergency medical care of for the administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff.
At time of renewal inspection on 7/30/25, the ceiling vent in the bathroom located in the indoor play space was visibly dirty and dusty. The ceiling tile and light above the sink were dislodged and not secure.
At time of renewal inspection on 7/30/25, handwashing signs stating when children and adults should wash hands were not posted by several sinks throughout the facility.
At time of renewal inspection on 7/30/25, plastic bags were observed hanging in the cubby in the older toddler room and were accessible to children.
At time of inspection on 10/1/24, toxic plants (snake plant and rubber fig) were observed in the Primary 1 and Primary 2 room.
At time of inspection on 10/1/24, the following physical site items were observed: stained ceiling tiles were observed in the Primary 2, Toddler 2, and indoor play space. The cabinet doors under the sink in the play space were damaged at the bottom and slightly crumbling when touched. The bottom of the exit door in the Toddler 1 room was visibly rusty.
At time of inspection on 10/1/24, chipped gray paint was observed on the canopy poles on the outside play space.
At time of inspection on 10/1/24, heaters with visible rust were observed in the bathrooms of the Primary 2 and Primary 3 classrooms. Also, sink/bathroom areas in the Primary 2 and Toddler 2 classrooms were observed to have trash cans without lids.
“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $83.14 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $76.21 | $61.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $76.21 | $61.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $66.97 | $54.27 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $69.28 | $54.27 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Common questions
Has Abacus Montessori Academy had any serious violations?
No citations on supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep since 2021. It has 9 other citations, listed above.
Have there been complaints about Abacus Montessori Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Abacus Montessori Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Abacus Montessori Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jan 10, 2025. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.
How does Abacus Montessori Academy compare with other daycares in Chalfont?
It is #2 of 6 centers in Chalfont by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Abacus Montessori Academy last inspected?
Jul 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Abacus Montessori Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $83.14 for infant, $76.21 for young toddler, $76.21 for older toddler, $66.97 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Abacus Montessori Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Abacus Montessori Academy LLC.
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Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.
To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.
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