Lansdale Christian Academy is a certified child care center in Lansdale, PA, with capacity for 28 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 62 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (29 of 62). 17 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #25 of 25 centers in Lansdale and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file record for staff person #3 did not include annual emergency plan training.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 in the bathroom of the facility the hot water temperature measured 116.2° F, in areas accessible to children in care.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the first-aid kit on the first floor classroom was missing scissors.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child #5 did not include a current health assessment.
During the inspection on 11/7/2025 the monthly smoke alarm log was reviewed and the last monthly test was recorded as 1/24/2025.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file record for staff person #3 did not include annual fire safety training.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for staff #2 and 3 did not include a written evaluation.
During the inspection on 11/7/2025 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of education to qualify for director position.
During the inspection on 11/7/2025 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child # 1,2,3 and 5 did not include an updated child service report or observation forms.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file record for child # 4 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child # 4 did not include an agreement that specified the date of the child's admission.
During the inspection on 11/7/2025 the file records for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child #2 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child # 4 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/7/2025 the Infant/ Toddler room did not have emergency contact information present in a child care space for child #5 receiving care in the space.
During the inspection on 11/7/25 the file records for child#1,2,3 and 5 did not include a review and update of the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
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During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file record for staff person #1 did not include proof of submission for fingerprints for FBI clearance or DHS FBI clearance. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the play pens in the Infant room did not have at least 2 feet of space on three sides while in use.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file record for child # 5 did not include a health assessment that included a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease and include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file record for child # 6 did not include an agreement that specified the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file records for child #1, 4 and 6did not include an agreement that specified the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file record for child # 2 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file records for child #2,3 and 4 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/15/2024 the file records for staff person#2 did not include two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file record for staff person #3 did not include NSOR clearance. The file record for staff person #7 did not include FBI clearance and NSOR clearance. Staff Person #3 and 7--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the first-aid kits in the Infants/Toddlers classroom was missing tweezers, the first aid kit in the Toddlers did not include scissors and tweezers and in the Preschool Classroom was missing tweezers.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the sinks and toilets in facility did not have a handwashing sign near the sink.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the exit near the preschool room was blocked with chairs and toys.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file record for staff person #4 included a staff health assessment (dated: 6/28/2022). By letter dated 12/20/2023 the dates of the health assessment and TB placing for staff person #4 was confirmed by the doctor's office to be fraudulent.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the file records for #child 2 did not include a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for an infant obtained from the parent.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the facility did not have a safe routes plan posted.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the facility did not have proof of installation for the smoke detection system and did not have proof of a fire annual inspection or monthly testing.
Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2-- does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by no documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training. Staff person #3 and 7-- has unacceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an unapproved curriculum; and the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Staff person #7 does not have health and safety training. During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the facility had an emergency plan that did not address prevention of shaken baby syndrome, volunteer emergency preparedness training, practice drills, and continuity of operations.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the facility did not have nondiscrimination statements posted.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file records for staff person #2,3, 5 and 7 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file records for staff person #6 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the file record for child # 1 and 2 did not include an agreement that specified the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the file record for #1 and 2 did not include birth date of the child on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 12/11/23 the facility did not have a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in every child care space.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file record for staff person #3 did not include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the file records for staff person #4 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
During the inspection on 12/11/2023 the facility did not have information on how to access the regulations electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the record of staff #1 did not contain the PA State Police clearance, the DHS FBI clearance or the NSOR Verification Certificate. The record of staff #2 did not contain mandated reporter training. The record of staff #3 did not contain a copy of the request for the NSOR verification certificate.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the record of staff #2 did not contain documentation of training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the hot water in the upstairs bathroom measured at 113°F.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the record of staff #4 contained a health assessment that was conducted more than 12 months prior to providing initial service, and the record of staff #5 did not contain a health assessment.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, provider did not have an annual emergency drill documented and on file at the facility.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, provider had not submitted a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the records of children #1 and #2 did not include an initial health assessment within 60 days of attendance at the facility.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, provider did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy for the facility.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the emergency contact information of child # 2 did not include the health insurance policy number.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the emergency contact information of child #2 did not include the address or telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, emergency contact information was not present for the children in room 1 while children were in care in that room.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #1 and #2 were not updated at least once in a 6 month period.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, provider did not have a file on site at the facility for child #4.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, provider did not have an individual record for staff #6.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the records of staff #2 did not include verification of experience, the record of staff #4 did not include verification of education to qualify her for the position in which she was performing, and the record of staff #5 did not include documentation of education or experience.
During Renewal Inspection on January 27, 2023, the records of staff #1, 4, and 5 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
DURING INITIAL INSPECTION ON JULY 15, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE OBSERVED A STAINED CEILING TILE IN THE FIRST FLOOR MAIN ROOM.
DURING INITIAL INSPECTION ON JULY 15, 2022, THE FACILITY EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR LOCK-DOWN, OR ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
DURING INITIAL INSPECTION ON JULY 15, 2022, THE RECORD OF STAFF #1 DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION.
“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
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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $67.60 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $63.40 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.00 | — |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $60.00 | $60.00 |
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 Lansdale Christian Academy 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 Oct 15, 2024 (background checks): “During the inspection on 11/15/24 the file record for staff person #1 did not include proof of submission for fingerprints for FBI clearance or DHS FBI clearance. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a child care…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Lansdale Christian Academy?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Lansdale Christian Academy since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Lansdale Christian Academy’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 16, 2023. 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 Lansdale Christian Academy compare with other daycares in Lansdale?
It is #25 of 25 centers in Lansdale by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Lansdale Christian Academy last inspected?
Oct 31, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Lansdale Christian Academy cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.60 for infant, $63.40 for young toddler, $60.00 for older toddler, $60.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Lansdale Christian Academy?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Lansdale Christian Academy.
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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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