Childworks
Childworks is a certified child care center in Kulpsville, PA, with capacity for 60 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 25 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (8 of 25). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #234 of 403 centers in Montgomery County and has fewer citations per inspection than 54% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file contained an NSOR clearance dated more than 60 months. Staff #1 NSOR clearance was dated 7/8/20. Additionally, Staff #2 file did not contain results of PA Criminal Clearance as required by CPSL.
On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, uncovered electrical outlets accessible to children were observed on a power strip located on the floor in the PK room.
On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, hand sanitizer instructing to "keep out of reach of children" was observed accessible to children on a shelf in the PK room.
On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, a portable heater was observed in the facility's office.
On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, an EpiPen belonging to Child #1 was observed in the Older Toddler Room. The EpiPen was not in the original box and did not contain a prescription label. Additionally, EpiPens belonging to Child #2 (PS Room) and Child #3 (PK Room) were expired.
On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, Staff #3 acknowledged that an original injury/accident report is not given to the parent on the day of the incident. Additionally, a copy of the injury/accident report is not retained in the child's file.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation of the required monthly testing of the facility's fire alarm system.
At the time of inspection, the facility's multipurpose/gross motor room first aid kit did not have the required tweezers, sterile gauze pads and tape.
At the time of inspection, child #1 did not have a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable diseases.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documented verification of the required annual emergency drill.
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documented verification that the annual emergency plan updates were sent to the county's emergency management agency.
At the time of inspection, the facility had not submitted in writing to the facility's local traffic safety authorities of the facility's location and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
At the time of inspection, the facility's Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy did not speak to strategies for coping with difficult infants/toddlers. The policy also did not speak to prevention and identification of child maltreatment. The facility's Emergency Plan did not address continuity of operations.
At the time of inspection, staff person #1, did not have documentation of 12 completed annual clock hours of childcare training.
While conducted the renewal inspection on 1/18/24 it was informed that children's lunches contained ice packs and available refrigerator was not being used.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the hot water temperature in the Red Classroom measured 110.8° F.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the Blue Classroom did not have a daily schedule.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the file record for child # 5 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the file record for child # 1 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the file record for child # 3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 1/23/2023 the file records for child# 2, 3 and 6 did not include a review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During the electronic inspection on 2/14/2022 the file record for staff person #1 did not include an appropriate/acceptable FBI clearance. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the electronic inspection on 2/14/2022 the file record for child # 1 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the electronic inspection on 2/14/2022 the file record for staff person # 2 did not include acceptable verification of education, the degree observed did not identify the study/major of the degree conferred.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $58.00 | $29.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $54.00 | $27.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $54.00 | $27.00 |
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 Childworks 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 Jan 22, 2026 (background checks): “On 1/22/26, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file contained an NSOR clearance dated more than 60 months. Staff #1 NSOR clearance was dated 7/8/20. Additionally, Staff #2 file did not contain results of PA Criminal…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Childworks?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Childworks since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Childworks’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Sep 30, 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 Childworks compare with other daycares in Montgomery County?
It is tied for #234 of 403 centers in Montgomery County 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 Childworks last inspected?
Jan 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Childworks cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $58.00 for older toddler, $54.00 for preschool, $54.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Childworks?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Childworks 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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