Carmel Weekday Nursery School
100 Edge Hill Rd, Glenside, PA 19038 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 1
Carmel Weekday Nursery School is a certified child care center in Glenside, PA, with capacity for 128 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 25 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 4 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 13 centers in Glenside and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 78% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#11 of 13 centers in Glenside
1
Core-safety citations
24
Other citations
3
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
25 citations from 4 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 4 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 22, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
8
Records & paperwork
8
Training & qualifications
3
Emergency preparedness
2
Health & medication
2
Food & feeding
1
Background checks
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Oct 22, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed 10/22/2025 in classroom 7 there was dish liquid soap in the classroom space that was labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located near the arts and craft area where children conducted activities that was not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “I will move the liquid dish soap to a secure closet that is inaccessible to children. Additionally, I will establish a daily safety protocol to ensure all hazardous substances, and these labeled "Keep out of reach of children" are stored properly before each session. "Staff will be trained on safe…”
Citation
Oct 22, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed 10/22/2025 outdoor in playground 2 there was a kitchenette set that was observed dirty and not in good condition with dirt, mud and woodchips covering it.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “I will conduct a thorough cleaning of the outdoor kitchenette to remove dirt, mud, and debris immediately. A cleaning schedule will be established, requiring the outdoor area to be visibly impacted and cleaned at the end of the day. Maintenance will be performed as needed to repair any damage and…”
Citation
Oct 22, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Observed 10/22/2025 facility did not contain a written shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy on file. Also, facility emergency plan did not contain a continuity of operations on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 4, 2025): “I will develop and implement written policies addressing shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment (to be approved by DHS). Additionally, I will create a continuity of operations plan as part of our Emergency Preparedness plan. All policies plans, child and staff files and…”
Citation
Oct 22, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed 10/22/2025 child # 1 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2025): “I will review all child files immediately to identify any incomplete emergency contact information for the affected child's file. I will obtain the missing address of the authorized pick up and update the record.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Observed 11/20/2024 staff #1-9 have not been trained on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Each staff member was trained at our yearly back to school meet. All others were trained at their orientation. We did not have a sign-up sheet. I have created one for our training this year for all who have been trained. It has all date, names and signatures. We will keep it on file for ongoing…”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed 11/20/2024 classroom 2 were missing an electrical outlet cover in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “An outlet cover has been placed in the outlet that was missing.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed 11/20/2024 in classroom 1 there was a bleach spray bottle located in the childcare space not locked and made inaccessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “Bleach that was left out was placed in the closet instead of the shelf.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
Observed 11/20/2024 staff #1,2 and 5 was missing the result of their tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method during initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “The staff people that were missing the date the Mantoux method was read were given their forms back and went back to their doctors and had the missing date and signature filled in and updated.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
Observed 11/20/2024 classroom 3 had perishable foods (chicken nuggets, pasta with meat and deli lunch meat) left in children lunch bags, some with ice packs, located on the table in childcare space not refrigerated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “All lunchboxes have now been stored in the refrigerator when the children arrive.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
Observed 11/20/2024 Staff #3,4 and 6 has not completed the following required pre-service Health and Safety training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 6, 2024): “All staff have been updated and instructed on what 90 days from the date of hire is and what it means going forward. All files have been gone through and dates noted. Any member of the staff that has not completed this will have it done by December 6, 2024.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Child's name, birth date 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(1)
Observed 11/20/2024 child #3 file was missing the child's birthdate from their emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “The missing birthdate was put on the emergency contact form.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Observed 11/20/2024 child #3 file was missing the health insurance policy number from their emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “The health insurance policy number was filled in on missing form.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed 11/20/2024 child file # 1,2,4,5, and 6 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “The address of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released have been obtained and placed the emergency contact forms.”
Citation
Nov 20, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Observed 11/20/2024 staff #1 and 3 files did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 17, 2024): “The staff missing the verification of acceptable education/transcripts or diploma has found where to order a copy since their school had closed and has ordered one. We are awaiting its arrival. We have a letter stating it was ordered; it also says it could take three weeks.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Observed 6 /11/2024 The file for staff #2 did not contain a completed DHS required National Sex Offender Registry clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The staff person #2 has already applied for the NSOR clearance and their application letter but did not have the official copy from them. It arrived after our initial inspection and has been placed in their file.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
Observed 6/11/2024 the emergency plan did not provide a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible of an emergency situation has arises and/ or has ended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The director has added more information to the "Communication with Parents" (attachment 9) of the emergency plan stating "in case of an emergency it will be posted on our Pro-Care App, Facebook page. It will also be reported to local TV (ABC 6, NBC 10, CBS 3, FOX 29 and KYW Radio 1060 AM, 103.9…”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Observed 6/11/2024 in classroom 2 there were Lysol wipes that were not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2024): “Child safety doorknobs have been placed on all closet doors in the classrooms. All cleaning materials and other toxic materials will be kept in the closets with the child safety knobs. The staff will be trained on our policy that is to store these items only in these closets.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Observed 6/11/2024 the first aid kit was missing soap from the items required in the first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2024): “We have purchased bars of soap for the first aid kits. A check list of necessary contents will be placed in the kits. A staff member will be assigned to update the kits and keep a log of dates and times.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Observed 6/11/2024 in Classroom 2 there was a hole in the floor that is damaged and not made inaccessible to children to prevent children from placing hands and objects in that space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2024): “ED F. has been hired to repair the hole in the floor. They had cover the hole permanently so it is inaccessible to the children”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed 6/11/2024 in classroom 1 and 2 there was peeling paint on the walls that were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 11, 2024): “Ed F. has been hired to repair damaged plaster and peeling paint on the walls. They have sanded and painted all areas of peeling paint.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
Observed 6/11/2024 staff# 1 and 2 files were missing health assessments and missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “Both staff members had already obtained the required health exam and TB test prior to the inspection and had been waiting for paperwork. Both staff forms have been placed in the files.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Observed 6/11/2024 staff #2 file did not contain Pediatric CPR and First Aid training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “The staff member contacted the training company Cardiac Care and Safety Inc. and requested a new copy of her CPR and First Aid training certificate and provided a copy to be placed in her file.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
Observed 6/11/2024 staff #2 file did not include the health & safety training as required by the CCDBG.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “This staff person finished their 10 hour training (6-15-24) and received their certificate of completion. Staff #2 the form for her file.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
Observed 6/11/2024 staff #1 and 2 files did not contain verification of acceptable education or a transcript and/or diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “Both staff members have obtained a copy of their college, diplomas and they have been placed in the files.”
Citation
Jun 11, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Observed 6/11/2024 staff #2 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2024): “Staff #2 has obtained the 2nd letter of reference attesting to their suitability to serve as a staff person at Carmel Nursey School.”
“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.
Enforcement actions
Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial
Aug 9, 2024
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
About this center
Capacity
128 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Dec 17, 2026
Operator
Carmel Presbyterian Church Of Edge Hill
Phone
—
State certificate #
CER-00248023
Common questions
Has Carmel Weekday Nursery School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Jun 11, 2024 (background checks): “Observed 6 /11/2024 The file for staff #2 did not contain a completed DHS required National Sex Offender Registry clearance. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Carmel Weekday Nursery School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Carmel Weekday Nursery School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Carmel Weekday Nursery School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Dec 31, 2024. 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 Carmel Weekday Nursery School compare with other daycares in Glenside?
It is #11 of 13 centers in Glenside by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 78% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Carmel Weekday Nursery School last inspected?
Oct 22, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Carmel Weekday Nursery School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Carmel Presbyterian Church Of Edge Hill.
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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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