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Children of America North Wales LLC

1200 Wesh Road Building Q, North Wales, PA 19454 · Montgomery County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months 7 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

Children of America North Wales LLC is a certified child care center in North Wales, PA, with capacity for 136 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 7 complaint investigations. The state cited 30 violations, 10 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 30). 2 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 14 centers in North Wales and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 56% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#14 of 14 centers in North Wales
10 Core-safety citations
20 Other citations
7 Inspections
7 Complaint investigations that found violations
30 citations from 14 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 24, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 24, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 20, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 1, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 2, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Sep 12, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 21, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jul 28, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 28, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 12, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 12, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jul 10, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 17, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 15, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 12, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 8
Health & medication 5
Caregiver conduct 4
Background checks 3
Building & playground safety 3
Supervision 2
Food & feeding 2
Transportation 1
Staff ratios 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 24, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 3/24/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated National sex Offender Registry certificate (NSOR) as required by the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2026): “Provider has submitted updated documents for staff person #1 and staff person #2.”
Core safety Feb 20, 2026 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
During the unannounced inspection on 2/20/26, it was observed via video that staff #1 used physical punishment with a child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2026): “Provider completed a full internal investigation included video review and staff statements. Staff person #1 was terminated for violating 55 PA code 3270.113.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the renewal inspection on 4/1/25, it was observed that the first aid kits were missing items in Rooms PreK A, Infant B, and Infant A.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “The missing items from the first aid bags have been replenished.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the renewal inspection on 4/1/25, it was observed that the mats/cots were not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “All cots in Pre-2 are now labeled with numbers corresponding to each child's name. All spare cots have been removed.”
Citation Apr 1, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection on 4/1/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not include acceptable verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2025): “Staff members #1 and #2 will have their degrees sent to an acceptable evaluation service for evaluation, and their job titles will be changed to Teacher Aides until their degrees are evaluated. We won't delay this correction; it will be implemented immediately. Teachers will not work unsupervised.”
Core safety Dec 2, 2024 Complaint investigation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During the unannounced inspection from 12/2/24-12/13/24, it was determined that children were not being supervised at all times
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 14, 2025): “All children will be under the continuous supervision of teachers at all times to ensure their safety and well-being. The supervision will take place during all activities, whether in the classroom or outside, to provide a secure environment for learning and play.”
Citation Sep 12, 2024 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space 55 Pa. Code §3270.63
During the unannounced inspection on 9/12/24-10/9/24, it was verified that the school age children use an open grassy area for play adjacent to a busy street.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 20, 2024): “On 9/12/24, staff were informed that children are only allowed to play within the fenced playground.”
Core safety Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of facility person #2 did not contain complete clearances for the PA State Police clearance and the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance for a provisional hire. The records of staff person #1 did not include the Mandated reporter training as required by the CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2024): “Staff files have been updated with the necessary clearances and trainings.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of child #5 did not include an updated Health report. Report dated 11/15/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Child #5 health report has been updated and added to their file. Child #5 health report will be updated yearly.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Insured 55 Pa. Code §3270.176(a)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that there were no documents available on site to verify that the vehicle was insured.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Two copies of the insurance card were printed so that there is a copy in the office and a copy on the van at all times.”
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Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of child #4 did not include an initial health report. The records of child #6 did not include an initial Health report and immunized status.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Child #4 has been put on hold until health report is completed. The parent has 30 days to furnish the health report to the director to complete child file. Upon receiving the health report, the child may return to school.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24 it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain the 1-hr Health and safety update as required by the CCDBG.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Staff person #1 will complete a health and safety training in a timely manner. Staff person 1 will make sure that when an update is assigned it will be done in a timely manner.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Immediate access 55 Pa. Code §3270.24(a)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that there was no immediate access to the records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 26, 2024): “The director has provided an access code to the staff person in charged with access to office when director is not available.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of child #3, child #4, child #5, child #6, and child #7 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Child Files #3, #5, #6, and #7 have been updated with the correct amounts for tuition or co-pays.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of child #3 and child #4 did not include the Child Service Report.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Child #3 and #4 child service reports have been completed.”
Citation Mar 21, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During the renewal inspection on 3/21/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, child #5, child #6, and child #7 did not include work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, and $7 have been updated with parent information.”
Core safety Jul 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No ridicule or threaten harm/No information disclosed 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(c)/3270.183(b)
During investigation it was verified that facility person #1 was disclosing information concerning a child and their family to another family. Also, facility person #1 singled child out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 obtains training in confidentiality of records and professionalism in communication with families. A copy of the training will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of correction and a copy kept in facility person #1's file at all times.”
Core safety Jul 28, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During investigation toddler class was out of ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 8, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility persons #1 and #2 are trained on regulatory ratio. A copy of the training will be sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Jul 28, 2023 Complaint investigation Records & paperwork
Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(7)
During investigation child did not have incident report on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 28, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 is trained in the requirement of incident reporting. Additional training on the regulation of reportable incidents and proper filing of them. Trainings will be sent to OCDEL for evidence of correction and in the facility person's file at all times.”
Core safety Jul 12, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
At the time of investigation facility person 1 admitted to pushing child's chin to make them eat and also put child in chair a little rough.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes a training on appropriate touching and handling of children. A copy of the training will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Not forced to eat 55 Pa. Code §3270.162(d)
At the time of investigation facility person #1 confirmed she was pushing child's mouth to have him chew and eat cornbread.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes training on proper feeding of children. A copy of the training will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Citation Jul 12, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
No portable space heaters 55 Pa. Code §3270.92(a)
At the time of investigation facility person #1 was using space heater in her office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 26, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 removes space heater from facility and trained on fire hazards of space heaters. Legal entity will ensure that training is submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Core safety Jul 10, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
At the time of investigation facility person 1 admitted to pushing child's chin to make them eat and also put child in chair a little rough.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes a training on appropriate touching and handling of children. A copy of the training will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Citation Jul 10, 2023 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Not forced to eat 55 Pa. Code §3270.162(d)
At the time of investigation facility person #1 confirmed she was pushing child's mouth to have him chew and eat cornbread.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Legal entity will ensure that facility person #1 completes training on proper feeding of children. A copy of the training will be submitted to OCDEL for evidence of completion.”
Core safety Mar 17, 2023 Complaint investigation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of inspection children in the afterschool program were not receiving appropriate supervision.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 20, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility persons #1, 2, 3, and 4 receives training on proper supervision and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Core safety Mar 15, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility persons #2 and 7 did not have NSOR certificate on file,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility persons #2 and 7 gets NSOR certificate and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 15, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Conducted by physician, PA or CRNP/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(b)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility person #3 did not have a health assessment on.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility person #3 did not have Health Assessment on file and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 15, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Record include X-ray results and evaluation/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)(ii)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility person 3 did not have a Mantoux test reading and results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility person# 3 obtains a Mantoux test reading and results and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 15, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)
At the time of inspection facility person #4 and 8 did not have health and safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility persons #4 and 8 will obtain their Health and Safety training and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”
Citation Mar 15, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility person #6 did not have proof of qualifications on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2023): “Legal entity will assure that facility persons #6 proof of qualifications and verified and will keep in the staff's file at the facility at all times. Legal entity will submit a copy to OCDEL for evidence of correction.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Feb 20, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Dec 2, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Sep 12, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 28, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 12, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Jul 10, 2023 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 17, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $84.00 —
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $84.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $80.20 $72.20
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $79.20 $71.20
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.60 $63.60
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $79.40 $37.00

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 136 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Apr 6, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Children Of America North Wales LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 855-7968
State certificate # CER-00255414
Parent reviews Google Maps reviews
Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Children of America North Wales LLC had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 10 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 24, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 3/24/26, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated National sex Offender Registry certificate (NSOR) as required by the CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Children of America North Wales LLC?

Pennsylvania lists 7 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Children of America North Wales LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Apr 6, 2026. 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 Children of America North Wales LLC compare with other daycares in North Wales?

It is #14 of 14 centers in North Wales by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Children of America North Wales LLC last inspected?

Mar 24, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Children of America North Wales LLC cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $84.00 for newborn, $84.00 for infant, $80.20 for young toddler, $79.20 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Children of America North Wales LLC?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Children Of America North Wales LLC.

Certified centers nearby

Gwyn-Nor Elem School
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11 Oakland Ave, Lansdale · 0.6 mi away · 83 spots Fewer citations than most The Malvern School
1258 Welsh Rd, North Wales · 0.6 mi away · 137 spots Fewer citations than most North Penn YMCA-Lansdale Branch
608 E Main St, Lansdale · 0.9 mi away · 117 spots More citations than most North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School
698 Knapp Rd, Lansdale · 0.9 mi away About typical The Malvern School
294 Wissahickon Ave, North Wales · 1.4 mi away · 137 spots About typical

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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