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Champions at Hillcrest Elementary

420 E Holland Rd, Southampton, PA 18966 · Bucks County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Champions at Hillcrest Elementary is a certified child care center in Southampton, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 24 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (9 of 24). 8 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 17 centers in Southampton and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 54% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#8 of 17 centers in Southampton
2 Core-safety citations
22 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 8 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 16, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 16, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 11, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 10, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 13, 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

Training & qualifications 9
Records & paperwork 7
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 2
Health & medication 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Cert rep reviewed staff #1and #2 record and observed signed disclosure statement was not in records. Staff #2 record did not include A State Police clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Staff 1 and 2 will have an updated disclosure signed and kept in their file. Staff 2 will provide a copy of their state police clearance in their file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Cert rep reviewed staff #3 record and observed Physical examination in record was expired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2026): “Staff 3 will provide an updated physical exam and keep in their file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Cert rep reviewed liability insurance in record and observed liability insurance in record was expired as of 12/1/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Staff #1 will provide the missing written reference in their file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Cert rep reviewed staff #3 record and observed Pediatric CPR and first Aid training was renewed before the expiration date of 3/27/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2026): “Staff #3 will review their first aid and cpr and keep up the record in their file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Cert rep reviewed staff #2 and #3 record and observed record did not include completion of annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Staff 2 and 3 will complete and maintain fire safety training in their staff file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Cert rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed written evaluation for staff #1 was not included in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Staff 1 will keep their written evaluation in their file and available for review.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Cert rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person was not in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2026): “Staff #1 will provide the missing written reference in their file.”
Citation Mar 16, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Cert rep reviewed staff #1 and #3 record and observed staff did not obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “Staff #1 and #3 will maintain copies of their annual 12 hr childcare training in their file and updated each year.”
Core safety Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 and #2 record and observed staff #1 Child Abuse clearance in record is for volunteer purposes not employment. Staff #1 NSOR clearance was not in record. Staff #2 State Police Criminal Clearance in record is pending for control, FBI clearance in record was observed as a school district clearance not a DHS acceptable clearance and NSOR clearance was not in record and disclosure statement signed by employee at initial employment was not in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2025): “Staff #1 will have updated child abuse clearance to correct the volunteer status. Staff #1 will have updated NSOR in file. Staff #2 will have updated clearances (police criminal clearance, FBI clearance, NSOR and disclosure statement.in file and coded to childcare.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
Certification rep reviewed emergency plan and observed the emergency plan was not reviewed or updated annually with the names of staff #1 and #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “The site director will update emergency plan and have staff #1 and #2 review.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Certification rep reviewed staff #1, #2 and #3 record and observed signed emergency plan training at initial employment was not in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “Staff members 1,2 and 5 will review and sign emergency plan.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Certification rep reviewed fire drill log and observed last written documentation of fire drill on record was 9/19/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “The cite shall conduct 2 fire drills per month and complete 2 for April and 2 each month moving forward.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the emergency plan delivery document and observed a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2025): “The updated emergency plan will be directed and reviewed by the local municipality and to the county management agency.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed completion of 10 Hour Health and Safety training and 1 hour update Health and Safety update training was not in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 2, 2025): “Staff #1 will have updated 10 hour health and 1 hour update will be completed.”
Citation Mar 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection certification rep observed liability certificate in record has expired, date of expiration: 12/1/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 12, 2025): “Updated liability certificate will be in binder for view.”
Citation Mar 11, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed staff #1 did not have a fire safety certificate of completion in record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Staff #1 will have their fire safety certificate posted and available in their file.”
Citation Mar 11, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child #1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 record and observed emergency contact and financial agreement forms were not updated within a six-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Children 1,2,3,4 and 5 will have their agreement forms uploaded within their staff file.”
Citation Mar 11, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed staff #1 did not have transcripts in record and acceptable verification of employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Staff #1 will have their transcripts and acceptable verification of employment in their file and available.”
Citation Apr 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure to identify the potential signs child maltreatment were not observed. At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include health and safety 1 hour professional development training updates required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Provider will updated baby shaken syndrome policy with the potential signs of child maltreatment. Staff #1 will participate in health and safety 1 hour professional development training.”
Citation Apr 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Associate's + 3 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include verification of 3 years experience required for the position of the director. Staff had only 1 year of experience with chidlren.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2023): “Provider will verify additional 2 years of experience with children.”
Citation Apr 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #1, #4, and #5 did not include the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Parents will update emergency contact information with work address and phone number.”
Citation Apr 10, 2023 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 renewal inspection, emergency contact information and agreement of child #1, #2, #3, and #5 were not updated once in a 6 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2023): “Provider will update emergency contact forms and agreements.”
Citation May 13, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of renewal inspection observed that the operator did not send a copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2022): “Provider will send an emergency plan to the local municipality/ county emergency management agency.”
Citation May 13, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #1 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. Staff person #1 had 4 hours of training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 8, 2022): “Staff person #1 will provide 8 hours of training”

“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
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $41.00 $41.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $41.00 $41.00

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 —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 4, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 4, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Kce Champions LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–9:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (609) 331-6233
State certificate # CER-00256881
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Common questions

Has Champions at Hillcrest Elementary had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 violations 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 Mar 16, 2026 (background checks): “Cert rep reviewed staff #1and #2 record and observed signed disclosure statement was not in records. Staff #2 record did not include A State Police clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Champions at Hillcrest Elementary?

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

What is Champions at Hillcrest Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 4, 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 Champions at Hillcrest Elementary compare with other daycares in Southampton?

It is #8 of 17 centers in Southampton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Champions at Hillcrest Elementary last inspected?

Mar 16, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Champions at Hillcrest Elementary cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $41.00 for young school-age, $41.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Champions at Hillcrest Elementary?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Kce Champions LLC.

Certified centers nearby

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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