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Holy Cross School

651 E Springfield Rd, Springfield, PA 19064 · Delaware County
Keystone STAR 1

Holy Cross School is a certified child care center in Springfield, PA, with capacity for 63 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 13 times. The state cited 65 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (23 of 65). 14 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #5 of 12 centers in Springfield and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #5 of 12 centers in Springfield
4 Core-safety citations
61 Other citations
13 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
65 citations from 13 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 14 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 19, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 22, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Dec 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Nov 12, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Oct 22, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Sep 17, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Mar 13, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 26, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Dec 12, 2024 · Inspection · no citation May 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 1, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 23
Building & playground safety 14
Training & qualifications 10
Health & medication 8
Emergency preparedness 5
Background checks 4
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the water temperature in the Boys bathroom was 114/116° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “The water temperature in the boys bathroom was turned down.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the first aid kit in the Pre-K 3 room did not include water while outside during a fire drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Water was placed in the first aid kit on site.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the door frame of the boy's bathroom was dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Maintenance cleaned the door frame.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the toys in the toy shopping cart in Pre-K 4 room were dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Toys removed from the room and were washed and sanitized after inspection.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of children #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2026): “Parents came in at pick up to provide updated information for the students noted. New Enrollment Manager is helping to monitor our review periods and be another set of eyes on our paperwork. Updated materials were sent to our inspector.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement forms of children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were not updated within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2026): “Parents came in at pick up to provide updated information for the students noted. New Enrollment Manager is helping to monitor our review periods and be another set of eyes on our paperwork. Updated materials were sent to our inspector.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(c)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms were not present in the Pre-K 3 space during a fire drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 7, 2026): “Teacher meeting and retraining with fire drill procedures, and duplicate emergency papers placed in the emergency folder.”
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On 9-9-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms for children #3, #4, and #5 were not updated within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2026): “Parents came in at pick up to provide updated information for the students noted. New Enrollment Manager is helping to monitor our review periods and be another set of eyes on our paperwork. Updated materials were sent to our inspector.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room to the left was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Tweezers have been placed in the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room to the left.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the toys in the Aftercare room were dirty.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “The toys in the CARES room were wiped down.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the outdoor play space needed more loose-fill around the embedded equipment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “A work order for the extra mulch fill was put in to our facility manager on 2/19/2026. The landscaper was informed and will order the materials and complete the work.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome (Abusive Head Trauma) and Child Maltreatment policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2026): “A Shaken Baby Syndrome (Abusive Head Trauma) and Child Maltreatment policy was obtained and will be kept on file at the facility.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Review policies and procedures/Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(a)/3270.121(b)
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the facility's parent handbook did not mention a change of clothing or the supervision policy.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 19, 2026): “Change of clothing and a supervision policy was added to the parent handbook.”
Citation Feb 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On 2-19-2026 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #1 was not updated within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “The emergency contact form of child #1 was updated.”
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Follow-up Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 3-13-2025, the file of staff person #1 did not include the following clearances: DHS FBI or NSOR. The files of staff persons #2 and #4 did not include a Mandated reporter training. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 2-26-2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2025): “All paperwork is for Persons #1, #2 and #4 are underway. Persons #2 and #4 have completed the Mandated reporter training. Persons #1 and #4 will not work with our PreK children and will stay with the K-8 students with valid PDE clearances until DHS compliant.”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Follow-up Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 3-13-2025, the file of staff persons #1 and #2 did not include a health assessment. Continued noncompliance from a Renewal inspection on 2-26-2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 9, 2025): “Health Assessment appointments are being made. Person #1 and #2 are waiting for availability for appointments. Health network closures have made this difficult. Employer suggested urgent care appointments. Employees #1 and #2 will be removed from Pre K services until paperwork is received and will…”
Re-cited at a follow-up visit; counted once, with the original citation.
Citation Mar 13, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 3-10-2025, a fraudulent certificate of completion of the Health and Safety training (Part 1 and Part 2) was submitted to the regional office for staff person #2. Trainings were dated 4-4-2023 for Part 1 and 4-6-2023 for Part 2. Staff person #2, when interviewed, acknowledged that they did not take the Health and Safety training in 2023. Staff person #2 stated that they did not submit the fraudulent documents to their employer. Staff person #3 acknowledged the documents were obtained from the previous principal's USB files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 27, 2025): “Staff person #2 completed both Health and Safety trainings. Old files that were printed from the USB drive were shredded, any employee that had similar looking printouts in their files were also shredded.”
Core safety Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include the following clearances: Criminal (State police), Child abuse, DHS FBI or NSOR. The file of staff person #2 did not include an NSOR clearance. The file of staff person #3 did not include a DHS FBI clearance. The file of staff person #4 did not include a Criminal (State police) clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Staff person #1 submitted a Criminal (State police) and Child abuse clearances. Staff person #1 will be out of Pre-K rotation until all clearances have been submitted. Staff person #2 submitted an NSOR clearance. Staff person #3 submitted DHS FBI clearance. Staff person #4 submitted a Criminal…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle 55 Pa. Code §3270.67(d)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the trash cans in both Pre-K classrooms were not lidded and contained tissues/napkins and disinfectant wipes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “New cans ordered and installed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the first-aid kit in the Pre-K room to the right, was placed on the 3rd shelf from the bottom which was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 26, 2025): “The provider moved the first-aid kit out of the reach of children on site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the ceiling in the Aftercare Room had damaged plaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 25, 2025): “The ceiling has been repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the toy kitchen in the Pre-K room to the left had a broken faucet with sharp corners.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Item was discarded.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff persons #1 and #2 did not include a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Appointments made and will send results as they are completed. Probationary until compliant.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the health assessment of staff person #4 did not include Mantoux test results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2025): “Mantoux test results submitted for staff person #4.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of staff persons #1 and #2 did not include a Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Files found or are in progress. Staff person #1 will be out of rotation for PK until completed. Health and Safety training has been completed by staff person #2.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the files of staff persons #1, #2 and #4 did not include a Mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Files have been found and sent to inspector. Staff person #1 submitted a Mandated reporter training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #2 was not signed by the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2025): “The agreement form of child #2 has been signed by the parent.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #1 did not specify the persons to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2025): “The agreement form of child #1 has been updated to specify the release persons.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Feb 26, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the emergency contact form of child #3 did not include information on disability.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2025): “The emergency contact form of child #3 has be updated to include information on disability.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety May 8, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 5-8-2024 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff persons #1 did not have an FBI clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2024): “Staff person #1 has been removed until all clearances are obtained.”
Citation May 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 5-8-2024 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have health assessments on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Health assessments have been provided for staff persons #1 and #2.”
Citation May 8, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
On 5-8-2024 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff persons #1 and #2 did not have tuberculosis screening on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 22, 2024): “Staff person #1 has been removed from PK. Staff person #2 has obtained a TB screening.”
Citation May 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 5-8-2024 during an unannounced follow-up visit, staff person #2 did not have the 10 hours Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2024): “Staff person #2 has completed the required trainings.”
Core safety Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #3 and #4 did not have State police, Child abuse or FBI clearances. Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 did not have NSOR clearances. Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 did not have Disclosure statements.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff person #4 has a current State police, Child abuse and FBI clearances. Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 have current NSOR clearances. Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 have Disclosure statements.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had 2 separate dates, neither of which was updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “All staff have been trained on the updated facility's emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have training on the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 will be trained on the facility's emergency plan.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan was not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The provider posted the Emergency plan on the billboard in the hallway.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the CARES program room did not have protective receptacle covers in the extension cord by the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The provider will place protective receptacle covers in electrical outlets.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, there was hand sanitizer on the teacher's desk and cubbies in Room 12. Room 13 had hand sanitizer on the teacher's desk.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Hand sanitizer has been placed on high shelves out of reach of children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #3 and #4 did not have health assessments on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff persons #3 and #4 will schedule appointments for their health assessments.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #3 and #4 did not have tuberculosis screening on file.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff persons #3 and #4 will contact their doctors to schedule a TB test. Staff persons are scheduled to receive TB tests in May.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the facility did not have pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Pick-up and drop-off procedures have been posted at the facility.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the facility had not sent a copy of the facility's emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The facility will send the facility's Emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, children #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9 and #10 did not have health assessments.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Health assessments for children #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #8, #9 and #10 have been obtained.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have updated Pediatric first-aid/CPR trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Updated Pediatric first-aid/CPR trainings have been added to staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4's files.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have fire safety training in their files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2024): “Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 have completed the fire safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff person #3 and #4 did not have the Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff persons #3 and #4 will work on taking their Health & Safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff person #2 did not have an updated Mandated reporter training. Staff persons #3 and #4 did not have a Mandated reporter training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 have completed the Mandated reporter training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #2 and #4 did not have staff evaluations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff evaluations have been provided for staff persons #2 and #4.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, Room #13 did not have a daily schedule/daily activities posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “A daily schedule/daily activity have been posed in Room #13.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, children #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 #8, #9, and #10 did not have agreement forms. Child #3's agreement form was not signed by a parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “Agreement forms will be provided for children #1, #2, #4, #5, #6, #7 #8, #9, and #10.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the agreement form of child #3 did not have release persons listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2024): “A release person for child #3 has been added”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #7 and #8 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care have been added to the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #7 and #8.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 did not have written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Written consent for emergency medical care has been added to the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 did not include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 have been updated to include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 have been updated to include health insurance coverage and policy numbers.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of child #8 did not include the release persons name. The emergency contact forms of children#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 did not include the release persons address. The emergency contact forms of child #8 did not include the release persons telephone number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of children#1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #8 and #10 have been updated to include all missing areas.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, child #3 did not have an updated financial agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 6, 2024): “An updated financial agreement form has been provided for child #3.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 have been signed for administration of medications or special dietary needs.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 will be signed for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, the emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “The emergency contact forms of children #2, #3, #4, #5, #8, and #10 will be signed for parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff person #4 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 24, 2024): “Staff person #4 will obtain two nonfamily references.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On 3-22-2024 during the Renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not have 12 hours of annual PD in files.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2024): “Staff persons #1, #2, #3 and #4 will complete 12 hours of annual PD.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Mar 1, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 did not have a DHS FBI clearance and a National Sex Offender registry (NSOR). There was also no verification that fingerprinting had been conducted or that the NSOR was requested.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 19, 2023): “Staff #1 will provide documentation of the completed DHS FBI clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR).”
Citation Mar 1, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility had an emergency that did not identify the duties of each staff person during an emergency. The facilities emergency plan did not outline the continuity of operations during an emergency. Staff #1 & 2 did not have the health and safety update training completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “The provider will update the emergency plan to include the duties of each staff person during an emergency and the facilities, plan for continuity of operations during an emergency. Staff #1 and #2 will complete the health and safety update on Better Kid Care.”
Citation Mar 1, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the facility has an outdoor play space with embedded swings that had a wood chip protective surface that did not have a depth of 9 inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “The facility will restrict access to the outdoor play area that has embedded equipment until it has a protective surface that meets the recommendation of the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission. The Consumer Product Safety Commission recommends a 9 inch depth of wood chips and wood…”
Citation Mar 1, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 did not have a completed health assessment with TB results on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff #2 will provide a completed health assessment along with TB test results.”

“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.

Enforcement actions

Revocation or Refusal to Renew May 29, 2025
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate
Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial Oct 27, 2023
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

About this center

Capacity 63 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Sep 12, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 29, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Holy Cross School
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00262015
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Common questions

Has Holy Cross School 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 Feb 26, 2025 (background checks): “On 2-26-2025 during a Renewal inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include the following clearances: Criminal (State police), Child abuse, DHS FBI or NSOR. The file of staff person #2 did not include an NSOR…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Holy Cross School?

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

What is Holy Cross School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 29, 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 Holy Cross School compare with other daycares in Springfield?

It is tied for #5 of 12 centers in Springfield by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Holy Cross School last inspected?

Sep 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Holy Cross School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Holy Cross School.

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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