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Castle Academy

3935 Ashland Dr, Harleysville, PA 19438 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 1

Castle Academy is a certified child care center in Harleysville, PA, with capacity for 211 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 30 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (11 of 30). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #5 of 9 centers in Harleysville and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #5 of 9 centers in Harleysville
1 Core-safety citations
29 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
30 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 15, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 15, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 6, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Aug 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 4, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 3, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 11
Health & medication 7
Training & qualifications 7
Building & playground safety 2
Emergency preparedness 2
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 15, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Observed water in Kindergarten Center bathroom at 120 degrees.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 29, 2026): “Provider will turn down all water to not exceed 110 degrees.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 15, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Observed chipped paint in Caterpillar, Bumble Bee and Grasshopper classrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Oct 29, 2026): “Provider will have all chipped paint corrected.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 did not contain an updated health assessment dated within the las 12 months. The last health assessment in child #1's file was dated 3/3/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “The director will contact the parent of the child to request an updated health assessment completed by a medical provider within the last 12 months and includes the medical provider's signature. The updated medical assessment will be maintained in the child's facility file.”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of the inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained an initial health assessment with TB results both dated over 12 months from the date of hire. The health assessment observed in staff member #1's file was dated 4/23/24 and the staffer was hired 4/13/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2026): “The director will require staff member #1 to obtain an updated health assessment with updated TB results dated less than 12 months from the date of hire. Staff member #1 will submit an initial health assessment with TB results completed by a medical professional within the last 12 months. The…”
Citation May 6, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2026): “The director will require staff member #2 to submit two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff member #2 will submit the two written reference attesting to the staffer's suitability. The reference letter will be…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
At the time of inspection, the facility had not documented in writing the annual review or update of the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The director will immediately review the facility's emergency plan to ensure the plan has current and appropriate information in compliance with regulation 3270.27 (a -b). The director will then document in writing on/ in the emergency plan the date of the review or update along with the name of…”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2 did not have the parent signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The director will contact the parents of the child to obtain the parents' signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures on the child's emergency contact form.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement form for child #1's was not dated in the last 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 30, 2025): “The director will contact the parents of the children listed to have the children's parents review and/or update their emergency contact information and/or agreement forms with date and signature.”
Core safety Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #7 contained an expired volunteer PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/27/2019.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Staff member #7 will not work in a child care position at the facility until the person has submitted a valid PA Child Abuse Clearance dated with in the last 60 months. The director will ensure that staff member #7 will not work in a child care at the facility until the staffer has submitted a…”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, files for staff members #5 and #6 did not contain health assessments dated with in the last 24 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The director will provide the staff members listed with a Child Care Staff Health Assessment form. The staff members will immediately request to have a medical professional complete the form reflecting a physical exam completed within the last 24 months.”
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Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4 did not contain verification of completing the Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022 professional development training which included all the required topics in subsections (f)1-10.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Staff member #4 will complete the Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022 professional development training which included subsections (f)1-10. The director will ensure that staff member #4 provides verification of completing the Get Started with Center Based Care- Revised before working…”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a written annual evaluation for staff member #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The director will complete the written annual staff evaluation of staff member #2. Staff member will sign the staff evaluation once received to confirm their knowledge of the evaluation.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a completed Child Service Report signed by the child's parent in the last six months for child #2 and #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The staff will complete Child Service Reports for the children listed and share the information with their parents to obtain their signatures.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The director will contact the child's parent to obtain signatures on the emergency contact form for emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, child #3's and child #4's emergency contact forms was missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The director will contact the parent of children listed to obtain the missing release persons information. The emergency contact information for Child #1 and Child #2 will include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
At the time of inspection, the financial agreement form for child #2's was not dated in the last 6 months, last dated 1/25/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The director will contact the parents of the child listed to have the child's parents review and/or update the financial agreement form with date and signature.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “Staff member #3 will submit two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Aug 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
At the time of inspection, the files for staff members #3 and #4 did not contain verification of completion of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 26, 2024): “The staff members listed will complete the required amount of child care training to reach the minimum of 12 hours for the year. The operator will ensure that all staff is receiving a least 12 hours of child care training annually. The director will direct the staff member to complete the 12 hours…”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 didn't contain a valid health assessment dated in the last 24 months. The health assessment in the file for staffer #2 was dated 10/3/20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “The director will provide the staff members listed with a Child Care Staff Health Assessment form. The staff members will immediately request to have a medical professional complete the form reflecting a physical exam dated less than 24 months.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 D.O.B. 3/16/20, enrolled 6/26/23; did not contain an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “The director will contact the parent of the child #1 listed to obtain a current health report completed by a medical professional within the last 12 months.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.31(f)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4, hired 10/20/08; did not include verification of completing the Health and Safety Training Updated (2022) required under law for child care staff by December 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Staff member #4 will find the document which verifies her completion of the Health and Safety Training Updated of 2022. If verification of completion can't be found staff member #4 will retake the Health and Safety Training Updated required under law.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5)
At time of inspection, the file for staff member #3 did not include verification of education nor verification of experience necessary to qualify for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “Staff member #3 will not work in a child care position at the facility until verification of education and experience has been stored in the staff member's file. Staff member #3needs to submit a High School Diploma or GED with two years of verified experience working with children to qualify for…”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of the annual staff evaluations for staff member #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “The director will complete annual staff evaluation for the staff member listed, as soon as possible. The director will review the evaluations with the staff members and obtain their signatures.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for child #2 was missing the address of a release person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “The director will contact the parent of children listed to obtain the missing release persons information.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2023): “The director will contact the children's parent to obtain signatures on the emergency contact form for emergency medical and minor first-aid procedures. The parents will sign their signature on the emergency contact form consent of emergency medica treatment and first-aid care.”
Citation Oct 5, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #3 was missing one written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 6, 2023): “Staff member #3 will submit a written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Jan 4, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Written record/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(9)/3270.95(b)
During the unannounced inspection on 1/4/2023 the fire alarm log was missing testing dates from 7/2022 8/2022 9/2022 10/1011 11/1011 and 12/2022. Fire drill had not been logged since 7/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “The fire drills and the fire alarm tests were documented on a desk top calendar and have been transferred onto the official logs.”
Citation Jan 4, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the unannounced inspection on 1/4/2023 the following staff did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire: Staff person #1 #2 #3 #4
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 31, 2023): “Staff persons #1 #2 #3 #4 and #5 will obtain pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff persons #1 #2 #3 #4 and #5 will be supervised at all times by an AGS or GS who has completed all health and safety requirements including pediatric CPR and first aid. Staff persons #3…”
Citation Aug 3, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/2022 the medication for child #1 (Located inside the facility) expired in 2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 11, 2022): “The medication will be sent home with the parent of child #1 and new medication will be provided, if needed, by the parent. The director and/or staff will review all medications in the facility to ensure they are not expired.”
Citation Aug 3, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During the renewal inspection on 8/3/2022 the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include TB testing dates.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 10, 2022): “Staff person #1 is not longer employed at the facility. Staff will have on file a current health assessment and TB testing dates as required.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $72.00 $72.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $72.00 $72.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $67.80 $63.60
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $64.60 $59.80
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $62.00 $57.40
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $60.00 $51.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $60.00 $51.00

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

Capacity 211 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate dated through Oct 15, 2026 (renewal pending)
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 3, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Castle Investment MNGT Group INC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 222-2100
State certificate # CER-00245858
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Common questions

Has Castle Academy 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 Aug 20, 2024 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #7 contained an expired volunteer PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/27/2019.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Castle Academy?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Castle Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Castle Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 3, 2019. 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 Castle Academy compare with other daycares in Harleysville?

It is tied for #5 of 9 centers in Harleysville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Castle Academy last inspected?

Sep 15, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Castle Academy cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $72.00 for newborn, $72.00 for infant, $67.80 for young toddler, $64.60 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Castle Academy?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Castle Investment MNGT Group INC.

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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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