Kiddie Academy of Collegeville
301 Wartman Rd, Collegeville, PA 19426 · Montgomery County
10 complaint investigations found violations
Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)
Part of Kiddie Academy · 20 Pennsylvania locations
Kiddie Academy of Collegeville is a certified child care center in Collegeville, PA, with capacity for 186 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 10 complaint investigations. The state cited 59 violations, 14 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 81% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
Tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville
14
Core-safety citations
45
Other citations
8
Inspections
10
Complaint investigations that found violations
59 citations from 19 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 22, 2026
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Building & playground safety
12
Records & paperwork
12
Health & medication
9
Training & qualifications
6
Staff ratios
6
Emergency preparedness
4
Caregiver conduct
3
Supervision
3
Background checks
2
Food & feeding
2
Citations, newest first
Citation
Sep 22, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.104(a)
On 9/22/26, at time of renewal, torn soft climbing blocks/wedges were observed in Rooms #4 & #6. A waste receptacle with a cracked lid was observed in Room #4. A stained carpet was observed in Room #8.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2026): “Torn soft climbing blocks were removed from the Academy and trashed from rooms 4 & 6. Stained carpet in room 8 was removed and trashed. Waste receptacle with cracked lid was removed from room 4 and trashed. Replaced with a new receptacle.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2026
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
On 9/22/26, at time of renewal, rest equipment observed in Room 5 was not labeled for the use of specific children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2026): “Rest equipment was labeled with a black sharpie with red circle that corresponds with the cot chart in the classroom.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2026
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
On 9/22/26, at time of renewal, Staff #1 has not completed Pediatric First Aid/CPR within 90 days of initial hire. The training observed in the file was not conducted by an approved curriculum/trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 5, 2026): “Staff #1 will complete an approved Pediatric First Aid/CPR training. Until such time, Staff #1 will be supervised by a permanent staff member who qualifies as at least an AGS.”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During Renewal Inspection on 09/22/2025, Certification Staff observed that Facility Person #3 did not possess the required Out-of-State Clearances prior to providing initial service. Facility Person #3 did not possess a Criminal Background Check, Child Abuse Clearance, or FBI Background from a state they resided in within the last 5 years.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “Operator will ensure that all Facility Persons who work in child care positions at the facility possess the necessary clearances required under CPSL. Facility Person #3 was removed from a child care position at the facility.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
During Renewal Inspection on 09/22/2025, Certification Staff observed that fire drills had not been conducted from 02/14/2025 to 06/30/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 22, 2025): “Operator will ensure that fire drills are conducted at least once every 60 days, and that written record is maintained on file at the facility.”
Citation
Sep 22, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)/3270.124(f)
During renewal inspection on 09/22/2025, Certification Staff observed that the Emergency Contact Form for #5 did not contain contact information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released and the Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 had not been updated or reviewed within a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “Operator will ensure that Emergency Contact Forms for all enrolled children are completed with the required information. Operator will ensure that Emergency Contact Forms are updated and reviewed once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Restraints prohibited/Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)/3270.182(7)
During the investigation of the complaint, video footage was reviewed. The footage showed Staff 1 restraining the child. The staff member grabbed the child with force and placed them on a mat. The video footage also showed the staff member putting the child onto a cot with force, during which the child's head made contact with the plastic rim on of the cot. Parent was not made aware of the incident and an incident report was not given to parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2025): “Employee was immediately terminated.”
Citation
Mar 7, 2025
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)
During unannounced visit, certification rep reviewed staff files. Physical for staff 1 was more than 12 months (12-6-23). Staff 1 start date was 1-27-25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Staff member was notified immediately and completed a new physical with an updated TB. Staff member was sent home until health report and TB were complete. These were completed on 3-18-25”
Citation
Mar 7, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During unannounced inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing one reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Staff member could not return to work until references were brought in for file.”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
Certification rep reviewed transition reports and verified room 1 was out of ratio on 12-17-24. Room 1 had 7 children with 1 staff. The youngest age of the child was an infant. At: 10.25am staff had 6 children by herself and at 11:50 staff had 7 children by herself. Room 4 had 11 children with 2 teachers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “During this week, the center had staff who had just started and were still going through the training process with Tadpoles. This issue was resolved by 12/18 and reflected in the transition reports where multiple staff were not signing in and out of rooms, as well as moving children correctly…”
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Mixed Age Level/Toddler and preschool children 55 Pa. Code §3270.52/3270.55(a)
Certification rep reviewed transition reports and verified room 4 and 8 were out of ratio on 12-17-24. During nap room 4 had 11 children with 1 staff. Youngest child was 1 year old. Room 8 had 24 during naptime with one staff. The age of the youngest child was 2 years old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “During this week, the center had staff who had just started and were still going through the training process with Tadpoles. This issue was resolved by 12/18 and reflected in the transition reports where multiple staff were not signing in and out of rooms, as well as moving children correctly…”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During unannounced visit certification rep verified that child was left alone in a classroom during fire drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2025): “The current Director and admin team was not employed at the time of this incident. It is my understanding the issue was addressed and resolved. Staff received training and disciplinary action.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint investigation
Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During unannounced visit certification rep verified that a child was able to reach a spray bottle containing bleach. The child sprayed the water on their hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “This issue was already resolved prior to the visit.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint investigation
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
The wall in room 8 needs repair/ has chipped paint
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2025): “The classroom was not and is not in use. The walls are scheduled for correction on the weekend of 2/15/25. Until then, the classroom will remain unused.”
Citation
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint investigation
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During unannounced visit certification rep verified that the bathroom between 7/8 has an odor and the toilet close to room 8 needs to be cleaned.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2025): “A plumber had already been contacted on 1/9/25 to resolve the issue. The plumber arrived on 1/14/25 and 1/24/25 and amended the issue.”
Citation
Sep 17, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan, The emergency plan was missing continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Emergency plan was sent via email to on 9/17 to correct action.”
Citation
Sep 17, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in room 1, room 3, room 4, room 7 and room 8
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “The Chipped paint was fixed onsite.”
Citation
Sep 17, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During renewal inspection certification rep asked to see emergency drill log. Annual emergency drill was missing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Emergency Drill log was completed on 9/18 and sent via email.”
Citation
Sep 17, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire drill log. Fire alarm not tested every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Fire alarm was tested on site during visit.”
Citation
Sep 17, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing high school diploma
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 4, 2024): “Staff 1 diploma was updated correctly in file with updated High School Diploma”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1was missing signature of operator. Fee agreement for child 4 was missing signature of the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Fee agreement was added to child 1 for signature of operator. fee agreement for #4, parent signature was added.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 6 did not shall specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Fee agreement was added for child #6 per the amount of days per week will be charged.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 2,4 and 6 did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Child #2,4,6 arrival and departure times were added.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 6 did not shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Child #4 persons who the child can be released to has been added.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 2,4,5 and 6 did not hall specify the date of the child's admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Child #2,4,5,6 date of admission has been added.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services considered extra 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(7)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 and 3 did not shall specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Child #1,3 services that are considered extra were added.”
Citation
Apr 5, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During unannounced visit certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 3 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Child #3 address was filled in for whom the child can be released to”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During complaint investigation certification rep checked attendance sheets. Staff was out of ratio on 1-17-24, 1-18-24, 2-8-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2024): “Staff child ratio will be maintained at all times”
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During complaint investigation certification rep checked attendance sheets. Staff was out of ratio on 1-17-24 1-18-24, 2-8-24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 29, 2024): “Staff child ratio will be maintained at all times”
Aides supervised all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(c)
During unannounced visit, certification rep observed a staff who qualifies as an aide in a alone in a classroom supervising children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Center now has assistant group supervisor in the classrooms”
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During certification rep verified staff is out of ratio
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Staff will remain in ratio at all times according to youngest child in classroom”
Citation
Dec 22, 2023
Complaint investigation
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
During unannounced visit, certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 5 were missing physical.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “All staff will have health assessment completed in file with a TB test”
Citation
Dec 22, 2023
Complaint investigation
Training & qualifications
8th grade + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(3)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During announced visit, certification rep reviewed staff files. Experience for staff 1 and 3 was not verified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Child verification for staff is now on file. Staff 1 and 3 are no longer employed.”
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During unannounced visit certification rep verified staff were out of ratio.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Kiddie Academy Collegeville will always maintain the ratio of the youngest child”
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing NSOR. Date of hire for staff 3 was 9-29-23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2023): “Staff was suspended till NSOR is received. NSOR was received 12/4/23. It is placed in Staff 3 file.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the baseboard on the sink countertop needing repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Director called our maintenance crew to come out to repair the baseboard.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Room 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8, and 10
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Director called maintenance to come out to paint the walls in all the classrooms where the area is chipped.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair/Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)/3270.82(h)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose toilet seat cover in room 9During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing hand washing signs above the toilets in the following rooms: Room 4, 5, 8,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Director will schedule our Maintenace crew to come out and replace the toilet seat cover. Hand washing signs were put up the day of inspection and an email was sent to the state inspector.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the refrigerator in Room 1 for a thermometer. The refrigerator was missing a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Thermometer was placed in the refrigerator in Room 1”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 4 pediatric first aid and cpr expired on 5-26-23
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2023): “Director will schedule a CPR training for Staff 4 as soon as possible. Staff 4 will not be left alone with children and be with another staff member who has a current CPR training certificate.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Childcare experience for staff 1 and 2 needs to be verified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 18, 2023): “Director verified work experience for Staff 1 and Staff 2. Staff 1 is no longer an employee with our program.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreements for child 1,2,3,4,5 and 6 were missing extra services.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2023): “Director added the extra services we provide in the extra services section of the payment agreement.”
Citation
Nov 21, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 5 was missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2023): “Director will contact parents and have them update the missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation
Aug 18, 2023
Complaint investigation
Food & feeding
New foods - parent's consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(2)
During announced visit certification rep verified that the infant was given raisins as part of a sensory activity.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “Staff person was terminated. New foods will be introduced only after consultation with parents and consent.”
No physical punishment /No ridicule or threaten harm 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)/3270.113(c)
During investigation inspection on 5/31/23, it was self-reported by the director, and observed via video footage by certification rep, that staff person #1 was physically aggressive with child #1, on at least two separate occasions on 5/23/23. Staff person #1 was also observed via video footage watched on 5/31/23, singling out child #1 by not allowing the child to participate in any activities, and having the child sit on the floor for over an hour on the afternoon of 5/23/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2023): “Staff will never be physically aggressive with children, will pick them up appropriately, and will not single out children as a form of discipline. All staff will participate in the mandatory training required by DHS and scheduled through the ELRC.”
Citation
May 31, 2023
Complaint investigation
Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
During investigation inspection on 5/31/23, video footage showed that staff person #1 did not have child #1 wash his/her hands prior to eating snack on 5/23/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 21, 2023): “All staff were reminded of handwashing regulations for both staff and children. Staff will ensure that children's hands are washed before and after meals, and after toileting. Handwashing will also be discussed during our professional development day on 6/19/23.”
Citation
Mar 31, 2023
Complaint investigation
Health & medication
Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)/3270.152
At time of complaint investigation on 3/5/23, video footage from 3/16/23 and 3/17/23, show that staff persons #1 and #2 did not wash their hands or the child's hands after changing the child's diaper.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “The director will review the proper diapering procedures with staff and remind them of the handwashing procedures. Director will also watch the camera in the room during diaper changes to make sure staff are washing the children's hands and their own hands after each diaper change.”
Citation
Mar 31, 2023
Complaint investigation
Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
At time of complaint investigation, video footage showed that on 3/16/23, and 3/17/23, staff persons #1 and #2 did not sanitize the diaper changing surface after changing a child's diaper.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 19, 2023): “Staff will be reminded of the sanitizing procedures that need to be followed after a diaper change. The director will monitor the cameras in the office during diaper changing times to ensure that all staff are sanitizing the diaper changing surface each and every time.”
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
At time of investigation from self-reported non-compliance, it was found that child #1 left the classroom on 1/11/23 when the door was left open by a parent entering the classroom. Child #1 was in the hallway for no more than 2 minutes when another parent brought the child back into the classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “The teacher was terminated from her position immediately. Parents are reminded by staff to close the door upon entering and exiting the classrooms. Teachers will supervise children at all times.”
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
SELF-REPORTED NON-COMPLIANCE LED TO INVESTIGATION ON 11/22/22. AT TIME OF INVESTIGATION, VIDEO FOOTAGE SHOWED, AND STAFF PERSON #1 ACKNOWLEDGED, SEEING STAFF PERSON #2 DRAG CHILD #1 ABOUT THREE FEET ACROSS THE FLOOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 8, 2022): “Staff will not use any form of abuse or punishment on a child. Staff person #2 was immediately terminated from the position on 11/18/22. Staff sign off on the form upon onboarding. Staff will also sign tomorrow at our staff meeting.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE WALL IN THE KINDERGARTEN/SCHOOL AGE BATHROOM WAS OBSERVED TO BE DIRTY AND HAVE CHIPPED GREEN PAINT/PLASTER. THE STALL DIVIDERS IN THE PRE-SCHOOL BATHROOM, WERE OBSERVED TO HAVE CHIPPING PAINT AND RUST ALONG THE BOTTOM OF THE DIVIDER.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR WILL MAKE A MAINTENENCE REQUEST TO HAVE THE WALL CLEANED IN THE BATHROOM AND TO RE-PAINT THE CHIPPED PAINT/PLASTER ON THE WALL. ALSO, THE STALL DIVIDERS IN THE PRE-SCHOOL BATHROOM WILL BE SANDED AND RE-PAINTED SO THERE ARE NO AREAS OF CHIPPING PAINT AND RUST.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, HANDWASHING SIGNS WITH THE REQUIRED WORDING WERE NOT POSTED BY THE SINK IN ROOMS1, 2, 4, 5, AND 7.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “HANDWASHING SIGNS THAT STATE TO WASH HANDS "BEFORE EATING AND AFTER TOILETING" WILL BE POSTED BY THE SINK IN ROOMS 1, 2, 4, 5, AND 7.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, AN INFANT WAS OBSERVED SLEEPING IN A CRIB IN ROOM #1 AND THERE WAS NOT 2FT OF SPACE ON THREE SIDES OF THE CRIB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR WILL REMIND STAFF THAT ANYTIME A CHILD IS USING REST EQUIPMENT, THERE MUST BE 2 FT OF SPACE ON THREE SIDES OF THE REST EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR WILL INFORM THE PARENT THAT A NEW HEALTH REPORT IS REQUIRED TO BE SUBMITTED. A COPY OF THE HEALTH REPORT WILL BE SENT TO THE CERT REP WHEN IT IS RECEIVED.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Child's health history 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(1)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT HAVE QUESTIONS REQUIRED UNDER 3270.131(d)(1) THROUGH 3270.131(d)(8) ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN. ALL BOXES ON THE FORM ARE BLANK.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “THE PARENTS OF CHILD #2 WILL BE NOTIFIED THAT THE CURRENT HEALTH REPORT SHOULD BE RETURNED TO THE DOCTOR'S OFFICE SO THE FORM CAN BE FILLED OUT IN IT'S ENTIRETY, AND ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS SHOULD BE ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FACILITY'S EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR WILL UPDATE THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO INCLUDE THE REQUIRED ACCOMMODATIONS. THE FINAL PLAN WILL BE SENT TO CERT REP FOR VERIFICATION.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A RECEIPT INDICATING THE DATE OF PURCHASE OR INSTALLATION FOR THE INTERCONNECTED FIRE SYSTEM WAS NOT ON FILE AT THE FACILITY AS REQUIRED UNDER ACT 62.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 21, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR OR OWNER WILL SIGN AN ATTESTATION FORM INDICATING THE APPROXIMATE DATE OF PURCHASE/INSTALLATION OF THE INTERCONNECTED FIRE SYSTMEM IN THE FACILITY.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency master file updated 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(e)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE EMERGENCY CONTACT FORMS OBSERVED IN ROOM #5 HAD NOT BEEN UPDATED WITH A NEW SIGNATURE AND DATE WITHIN THE PAST 6 MONTHS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “THE DIRECTOR WILL MAKE COPIES OF THE UPDATED FORMS IN THE OFFICE, AND REPLACE THE OUTDATED FORMS IN THE CLASSROOM.”
Citation
Oct 5, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 DID NOT HAVE PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND CPR FROM AN APPROVED CURRICULUM WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2022): “STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 WILL RECEIVE PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CPR FROM AN APPROVED TRAINER AND CURRICULUM AS SOON AS POSSIBLE. DIRECTOR WILL CALL TO SCHEDULE A 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
Violation found
Mar 26, 2025
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jan 10, 2025
Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Feb 23, 2024
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Dec 22, 2023
Complaint investigation
4 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Dec 18, 2023
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Aug 18, 2023
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
May 31, 2023
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Mar 31, 2023
Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Jan 12, 2023
Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found
Nov 22, 2022
Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
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) | $79.80 | $79.80 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $79.80 | $79.80 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $76.40 | $59.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $75.00 | $56.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $71.00 | $53.20 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $64.00 | $44.00 |
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
Capacity
186 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Dec 10, 2026
Operator
4 R Learners INC
Hours
Monday–Friday 6:45 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 831-1141
State certificate #
CER-00245996
Common questions
Has Kiddie Academy of Collegeville had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 14 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 Sep 22, 2025 (background checks): “During Renewal Inspection on 09/22/2025, Certification Staff observed that Facility Person #3 did not possess the required Out-of-State Clearances prior to providing initial service. Facility Person #3 did not possess a…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Kiddie Academy of Collegeville?
Pennsylvania lists 10 complaint investigations 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 Kiddie Academy of Collegeville’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jul 8, 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 Kiddie Academy of Collegeville compare with other daycares in Collegeville?
It is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 81% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Kiddie Academy of Collegeville last inspected?
Sep 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Kiddie Academy of Collegeville cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $79.80 for newborn, $79.80 for infant, $76.40 for young toddler, $75.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Kiddie Academy of Collegeville?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is 4 R Learners 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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