Jolly Tots Day Nursery
Jolly Tots Day Nursery is a certified child care center in Southampton, PA, with capacity for 63 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 20 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #9 of 17 centers in Southampton and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed record did not contain signed disclosure statement from staff#1 in record.
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed record did not include documentation of staff #1 receiving emergency plan training at the time of initial employment.
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 and #2 record and observed staff records did not include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Certification rep reviewed staff #3 record and observed Physical examination form did not include TB test date and date of read results on physical examination form.
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed record did not include level of education.
Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff #3 record did not include one nonfamily reference from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Certification rep observed staff #1 caring for children unsupervised in the older toddler classroom without completing the required part one and part two of the health and safety training. Staff # 1 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and CPR training.
During the renewal inspection, certification rep observed fire alarm inspection report in file was expired, date of expiration: 4/25/24.
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan and observed emergency plan did not have a plan for continuity of operations.
During the renewal inspection testing of the fire alarm system every 30 days was not documented and kept on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child#1 record and observed emergency contact information was not updated once in a 6-month period.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 did not include a current criminal history check, child abuse and neglect registry check, and sex offender check from the state of Texas in which resided within the last 5 years. Staff person #2 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
At the time of renewal inspection, a policy and procedure of the prevention and identification of child maltreatment was not observed. In addition, the emergency plan did not contain a statement regarding volunteers participating in emergency plan training and emergency drills.
At the time of renewal inspection observed rust and peeling paint on the door located at the back of the facility that used by children to go outside. Rust and peeling paint were accessible to children.
At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 did not include an updated influenza immunization recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1.
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency plan did not include information about accommodations for toddlers.
At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #2 did not include health insurance policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency information was not updated in each child care space. Each classroom had emergency contact forms that were updated by parents more than 6 months ago.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 and #2 did not include verification that staff completed professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During renewal inspection observed that a first aid kit and a bottle of water didn't accompany children when they were playing outside.
At the time of renewal inspection, provider was not able to provide proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $57.00 | $32.80 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $53.00 | $30.60 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $49.00 | $28.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $47.00 | $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 Jolly Tots Day Nursery had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 20, 2026 (background checks): “Certification rep reviewed staff #1 record and observed record did not contain signed disclosure statement from staff#1 in record.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Jolly Tots Day Nursery?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Jolly Tots Day Nursery since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Jolly Tots Day Nursery’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 30, 2019. 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 Jolly Tots Day Nursery compare with other daycares in Southampton?
It is #9 of 17 centers in Southampton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Jolly Tots Day Nursery last inspected?
Apr 20, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Jolly Tots Day Nursery cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $57.00 for infant, $53.00 for young toddler, $49.00 for older toddler, $47.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Jolly Tots Day Nursery?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Jolly Tots Nursery INC.
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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