Children of America Trappe LLC
Children of America Trappe LLC is a certified child care center in Collegeville, PA, with capacity for 156 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 46 violations, 9 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 46). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 16 centers in Collegeville and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During complaint investigation on 08/19/2025, Certification staff observed multiple children unsupervised in a rest room while another child was utilizing the rest room in Pre-School classroom #3. Staff person #1 and Staff person #2 were observed in other areas of the classroom while the children were unsupervised.
During renewal inspection certification checked the water in Toddler A. The water temperature was 111° F. The temperature in Toddler B was 114° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the bathroom in preschool II.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose toilet seat in toddler B.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed cots were missing mat charts in toddler B and preschool II.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed albuterol missing the original container for child 7.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma from her file. Staff 1 was observed working in a room by themselves.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 4 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. emergency agreement for child 2,3 and 6 were missing addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 5 was missing parental consent for transportation
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During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing date TB was read
During unannounced visit certification rep observed prek classroom out of ratio by two children. Teacher had 12 children by herself. Youngest child in the classroom was 3 years old.
Provider failed to report suspected child abuse to ChildLine as mandated by the CPSL.
Staff 1 admitted to being forceful when she removed child 1
During unannounced visit, certification rep verified that staff 1 puts child 1 in timeout for 5-10 minutes when child does not listen or until the child said sorry.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma.
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5 and 9 were missing NSOR.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed staff 6 working in a room unsupervised. Staff 6 needs her child care experience verified.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed Raid and scrubbing bubbles accessible in Preschool II, Certification rep observed mop cleaning solution and disinfectant spray inside the bathroom of the indoor playroom.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the bathroom in Preschool I, in the bathroom in Toddler B, in the bathroom in the Two's room, and in the bathroom in Prek B,
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing mat charts in the following rooms: Infant A Toddler A, Preschool I, Two's, Prek B, Prek A, and Preschool II.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 3 and 4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed medication log for child 2. Child 2 was missing written consent for administration of medication
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2, 5 and 8 were missing physcial and TB. Staff 3 was missing TB. Staff 9 was missing physical.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed the emergency drill log. The last emergency drill was 12-8-22
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 4 was missing 1st aid/cpr. Staff 7 has 1st aid/cpr but they are not a PQAS approved organization/instructor.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing written annual evaluation.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 2 years of childcare experience. Experience for staff 6,7 8 and 9 needs to be verified. Staff 8 was missing education.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1 was missing work address and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent. Child 5 was missing work addresses of the enrolling parent. Child 6 was missing telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 2 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 2 reference letters.
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff persons #4 and #5 did not include complete criminal history as required under the CPSL. The file for staff person #4 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Justice, not a DHS FBI. The file for staff person #5 contained an FBI clearance from the Department of Education, not a DHS FBI. There were no receipts for DHS FBI clearances.
At time of renewal inspection, City Place, the indoor play space, had items stored against the walls and on tables. Some items being stored were in plastic bags or contained small pieces that were accessible to the young toddlers playing in the room.
At time of renewal inspection, the blue child couch in the toddler room and the Pre-k room, and the light blue child chair in the Two's room, had ripped fabric and exposed foam.
At time of renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan did not include updates regarding continuity of operations and assigning roles to all facility persons, required under Federal Regulation 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii). The facility had not developed policies regarding shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma/child maltreatment, also required under Federal Regulation45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii).
At time of renewal inspection, staff persons #4 and #5 did not have documentation of completing the 1-hour health and safety training update by December 30, 2022.
At time of renewal inspection, the facility did not have documentation of current general liability insurance on file.
At time of renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #4, and #5 did not have documentation of completing pediatric first aid and CPR within 90 days of employment at the facility.
At time of renewal inspection, staff person #4 had not completed the required professional development training under subsections (f) 1-10 within 90 days of employment at the facility.
At time of renewal inspection, the file for staff person #3 did include 2500 hours of experience with children to qualify for the Group Supervisor position being performed. The file for staff persons #2 and #4 did not include 2500 hours of experience with children to qualify for the Asst. Group Supervisor position being performed.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REP OBSERVED A PACIFIER WITH STUFFED TOY ATTACHED TO IT IN THE CRIB OF A SLEEPING INFANT.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CABINET UNDER THE SINK HAD PEELING LAMINATE ACROSS THE DOOR AND THE PLASTIC EDGING/MOULDING AT THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK WAS LOOSE AND SEPERATING FROM THE BOTTOM OF THE SINK.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR CHILD #1 (DOB 3/5/20), AND #2 (DOB 4/30/30) CONTAINED HEALTH REPORTS THAT WERE MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD. HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 IS DATED 6/9/21, AND HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #2 IS DATED 4/7/21.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 AND #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATEMENT ANSWERED BY THE DOCTOR SPECIFYING ALL AGE-APPROPRIATE SCREENINGS RECOMMENDED BY THE AAP WERE CONDUCTED SINCE THE TIME OF THE PREVIOUS HEALTH REPORT.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A RECEIPT INDICATING THE DATE OF PURCHASE OR INSTALLATION FOR THE FIRE SYSTEM WAS NOT ON FILE AT THE FACILITY AS REQUIRED UNDER ACT 62.
“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
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.) | $77.80 | $70.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $76.20 | $68.60 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $74.40 | $67.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $76.60 | $39.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $76.60 | $39.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Children of America Trappe LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 9 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 Aug 19, 2025 (supervision): “During complaint investigation on 08/19/2025, Certification staff observed multiple children unsupervised in a rest room while another child was utilizing the rest room in Pre-School classroom #3. Staff person #1 and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Children of America Trappe LLC?
Pennsylvania lists 3 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 Trappe LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective May 20, 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 Trappe LLC compare with other daycares in Collegeville?
It is #11 of 16 centers in Collegeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Children of America Trappe LLC last inspected?
Feb 13, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Children of America Trappe LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $84.00 for newborn, $84.00 for infant, $77.80 for young toddler, $76.20 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Children of America Trappe LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Children Of America Trappe 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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