Hope Lutheran School
Hope Lutheran School is a certified child care center in Levittown, PA, with capacity for 166 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 3 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 47 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (13 of 47). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #21 of 23 centers in Levittown and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the inspection, in room 110 dishwashing soap and room 111 disinfectant spray was observed in an accessible location to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the inspection, the vents in the facility were observed with visible debris of dust. The accumulated debris of leaves were observed on the outdoor playground.
At the time of the inspection, the health assessments of staff person 1 and 2 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results.
At the time of the inspection, the emergency contact for child 1 was last reviewed by the parent on 5/19/25.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person 3 did not include 2 nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
At the time of the inspection, staff person #1, #2, and #3 admitted to lack of supervision during the incident where child #1 was injured.
At the time of the inspection, the operator staff person #4, admitted the incident occurred on April 10th, 2025 and notified and sent documentation to the regional office on April 17th, 2025.
At the time of the inspection, an incident report was not given to the mother of child #1.
At the time of the inspection, room 114 had a bleach spray accessible to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the inspection, emergency numbers were not observed in room 110. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
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At the time of the inspection, the first aid kit in room 116 did not include a tweezer. Non-compliance was corrected on site.
At the time of the inspection, the health assessment of child #2 was dated 1/3/24.
At the time of the inspection, the shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma and child maltreatment policy did not include the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #6 did not include the verification of child care experience.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #2, #3, #4, #5, #7, and #8 did not include a verification of child care experience.
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #7 did not include a signed agreement.
At the time of the inspection, the agreement of child #1 did not include the signature of the operator and the name of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #4, #5, and #6 did not include a child service report.
At the time of the inspection, the agreement of child #3 did not include the name of the designated by the parent to whom the child may be released and the emergency contact of child #3 did not include the address of the person designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
At the time of the inspection, the file of staff person #9 did not include two written nonfamily references.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed staff person #2's criminal history clearance did not include a result. it stated request still pending. Corrected on-site 12/14/2023.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed the staff person in room 114 Pre-K 2 room only named eight children out of the nine children present in the room.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed diaper rash cream child accessible in room 116 Preschool 2's. Observed disinfectant spray child accessible in room 115 preschool 3's. Corrected on-site 12/14/2023.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed the water in the sink in room 120 Toddlers measured at 125° F.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed the urinal in the boy's bathroom could not be flushed.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed the sinks in room 112 Preschool, room 121 Preschool 2's and room 120 Toddlers room did not have hand washing signs posted above them.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed the children's couch in room 121 Preschool 2's had rips in it.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed child #1 and #2's files did not include updated health reports at least every 12 months. The last health reports on file are dated 11/28/2022 and 11/22/2022.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed staff person #4's file did not include an adult health assessment.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed staff person #1's health assessment was incomplete as question #3 was not answered.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed child #3's file did not include verification of an initial health report within the 60-day time frame.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed staff person #2 and #4's file did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility. Observed staff person #3's file did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care. Observed it also did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 12/14/2023 observed staff person #2's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal on 2/22/23, it was observed that there was no thermometer in the refrigerator in the Pre-K room
During the renewal inspection on 2/22/23, it was observed that a fire drill was not conducted at least once every 60 days. Last fire drill documented 12/20/22.
During the renewal inspection on 2/22/23, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4, child #5, Child #6, child #7, child #8 and child #9 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not contain the correct Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL. Facility persons #1 45 day expired 1/20/22
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that a few of the ceiling tiles in Rooms 115 and Room 120 were brown stained.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #3 did not contain updated health reports-reports submitted dated 12/14/20 and 1/12/21 respectively
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not contain an updated influenza immunization or letters of exemption in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code §27.77.
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #5 did not contain a Health assessment
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #2 and facility person #4 did not contain tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that -the records of facility person #2 did not contain an updated Pediatric First Aid/CPR training -the records of facility person #3 did not contain pediatric First Aid/CPR training within 90 days of hire
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility
During the renewal inspection on 2/9/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #6 did not contain the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training
“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) | $58.66 | $34.64 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $58.66 | $34.64 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $56.81 | $32.56 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $54.04 | $29.10 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $50.35 | $25.17 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $50.35 | $25.17 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $50.35 | $25.17 |
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 Hope Lutheran 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 Apr 24, 2025 (supervision): “At the time of the inspection, staff person #1, #2, and #3 admitted to lack of supervision during the incident where child #1 was injured.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Hope Lutheran School?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Hope Lutheran School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 3, effective Mar 31, 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 Hope Lutheran School compare with other daycares in Levittown?
It is #21 of 23 centers in Levittown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 86% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Hope Lutheran School last inspected?
Jan 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Hope Lutheran School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $58.66 for newborn, $58.66 for infant, $56.81 for young toddler, $54.04 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Hope Lutheran School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Hope Lutheran Church.
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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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