Children of God Educational Services LLC
Children of God Educational Services LLC is a certified child care center in Bristol, PA, with capacity for 55 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 35 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 35). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 9 centers in Bristol and has more citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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The refrigerator in 201 was 51° F.
-Health assessment for child 1 was expired (dated 4-8-25)
Last documented emergency drill was 6-6-25.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. State police and child abuse clearance for staff 2 and 5 were for volunteer.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations.
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature in the bathroom near 414. the water temperature was 120° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in room 412 and wall damage near the entry door.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 3 and 4 were missing TB test date
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 3 were missing operator/ parent signature and dates.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 1,2,3 and 4 did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
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During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1, 2,3 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. Fee agreement for child 1 and 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 2 and 4 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 and 5 were missing verification of 2 years of child care experience. Staff 8 was missing 1 year experience of child care experience.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2 was missing 1 reference letter.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 8 and a9 was missing 3 clock hours of child care training. Staff 10 was missing 10 clock hours of child care training.
Certification Representative observed damaged paint and plaster in both classrooms
During the renewal inspection on 7/6/23 the file for staff person #1 did not include the required out of state clearances. The file for staff person # 2 did not include the NSOR clearance.
During the renewal inspection on 7/6/2023 the last fire drill logged was 5/1/23
During the renewal inspection on 7/6/2023 the daily schedule was not posted in each childcare space.
During the renewal inspection on 7/6/2023 the file for child #1 did not contain a current health assessment.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 individuals #1 and #2 did not have a completed Disclosure statement, Mandated Training Certificate, FBI clearance or application PA criminal Clearance PA Child Abuse Clearance NSOR clearance or application. Staff person #4 did not have and FBI Clearance or application for FBI clearance on file at the facility. Staff person #2 did not have a DHS FBI clearance on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 three first aid kits were observed on a table accessible to children in the main child care classroom.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 Individual #1 and #2 were observed having direct contact with the children and did not have a current health assessment on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 the operator disclosed that children were receiving care in two unmeasured classroom on the second floor of the building.
During the renewal inspection the operator did not have proof of purchase of the fire detection system.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification of the Health and Safety training/and or Get Started with Center Based Care: Building Blocks for Quality training.
During the renewal inspection on 7/24/2022 the emergency contact forms for child #3 #4 and #5 did not include addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 individual #1 and individual #2 - identified as volunteers did not have a file at the facility. They did not have the required CPSL clearances, health assessment, trainings and character references.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 staff person #4 did not have verification of education on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/2022 individual #1 and #2 and staff persons #2 #3 and #4 did not have wo written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022 child #1 was observed working on a computer in an area that was not visible to the teachers in the classroom.
During the unannounced inspection on 7/19/2022, cleaning products were observed on a table accessible to the children in the classroom and the electrical closet/maintenance closet was unlocked.
“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.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
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 God Educational Services LLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 4, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. State police and child abuse clearance for staff 2 and 5 were for volunteer.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Children of God Educational Services LLC?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Children of God Educational Services LLC since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Children of God Educational Services LLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 12, 2025. 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 God Educational Services LLC compare with other daycares in Bristol?
It is #4 of 9 centers in Bristol by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 53% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Children of God Educational Services LLC last inspected?
Aug 4, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Children of God Educational Services LLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for young school-age, $60.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Children of God Educational Services LLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Children Of God Educational Services 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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