Montessori Childrens House
Montessori Childrens House is a certified child care center in Warminster, PA, with capacity for 120 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 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 (17 of 47). 12 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 12 centers in Warminster and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Observed 8/4/2026 outside on the playground Staff # 1, 2, and 3 had 11 children in their space, staff # 1 identified 4 children, staff #2 identified 3 children, and staff # 3 identified 3 children leaving 1 child unassigned.
Observed 8/4/2026 in classroom 2 there was a can of Barbasol shaving cream labeled "Keep out the reach of children" not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed 1/21/2026 In classroom 1,2 and 5 had baby wipes labeled "Keep out of Reach of Children" located in the childcare areas that was not locked and made inaccessible to children. Also, observed in classroom 2 there was Victoria Secret body spray and lotion was not locked and made inaccessible to children.
Observed 1/21/2026 child file #4 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child #4 last physical was 4/5/2024.
Observed 1/21/2026 child #2 file did not contain a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent for exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief.
Observed 1/21/2026 during the time of the inspection staff # 1 and 2 files were missing updated health assessment. Staff # 1 medical assessment dated for 1/12/2024. Staff #2 medical assessment dated 1/13/2024, the medical assessments exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.
Observed 1/21/2026 in classroom 2 and 5 there was potentially hazardous food was brought from home and was observed in student's lunch boxes in their cubbies, students had ice packs in their lunchboxes that had food (yogurt, cheese, deli meat and etc.) that that should've been refrigerated.
Observed 1/21/2026 staff # 1 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022.
Observed 1/21/2026 Child #2 and 5 did not contain an agreement form in their file.
Observed 1/21/2026 in child # 3 file the health insurance policy number was missing from emergency contact form.
Observed 1/21/2026 child # 4 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.
Observed 1/21/2026 Child # 1 file were missing a periodic review and update on their agreement financial form.
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Observed 1/21/2025. Staff #1 file did not contain completed DHS required FBI clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.
Observed 1/21/2025 the facility did not review emergency plan annually nor was it kept on file at the facility.
Observed 1/21/2025 Child #5 were not in its original container it was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed 1/21/2025 staff # 2 file were missing health assessment. Staff # 1 medical assessment dated for 3/1/2022, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.
Observed 1/21/2025 emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Observed 1/21/2025 facility did not have a shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy written policy on file.
Observed 1/21/2025 Staff person #-1 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric CPR and First Aid training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet):
Observed 1/21/2025 child #1 and 5 agreement forms did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 1/21/2025 child file #3,4,5 and 6 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 1/21/2025 child # 2,3 and 4 files did not contain a periodic review of their agreement form and emergency contacts.
Observed from video on 8/28/2024 by Montessori Children's House. Staff person #1 was observed picking and pulling up child #1 by one arm and moving child #1 quickly across the room with one foot dragging and the other foot on child #1 tippy toes to prevent child #1 from throwing shoes and other objects in the classroom.
Observed 1/11/2024 in classroom 4, in the cubby there were 3 bottles of Lysol disinfectant wipes accessible to children not locked or made inaccessible to children.
Observed 1/11/2024 in classroom in the cubby there half door there was peeling paint and wood that is accessible to children.
Observed On 1/11/2024 observed child file #1,2,5 and 6 did not contain an exemption letter for the vaccination (influenza) not completed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Observed 1/11/2024 child #8 EPI Pen was not in its original container; it was placed in a zipped locked bag without manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Observed 1/11/2024 staff # 1& 2 medical assessment on file was dated for 8/27/2021 (staff #1) and 3/26/2021 (staff#2), the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.
Observed 1/11/2024 staff #1 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired or have taken the health and safety course prior to 10/4/2022.
Observed 1/11/2024 child file # 1,4,6 and 7 agreement form were missing the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 1/11/2024 child #2 file health insurance coverage policy number were missing from emergency contact from.
Observed 1/11/2024 child file # 3,4,5,6 and 7 emergency contact form were missing the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Observed 1/11/2024 Child # 1,4,5,6 and 7 file was missing a review and update on their emergency contact and agreement form that requires an update at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
Observed 1/11/2024 Staff #1,2,3 and 4 was missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training. Staff #1,2,3 and 4 were missing 1 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
Observed 1/12/2023 Staff #2 and 3 did not include a copy of National Sex Offender Registry in their file, a copy of the completed clearance information is required under the CPSL.
Observed 1/12/2023 staff #2 and 4 did not contain health assessment in their files.
Observed 1/12/23 staff # 3 health assessment was missing the tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Observed 1/12/23 child # 2 emergency contact form did not contain written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Observed 1/12/2023 child#1 emergency contact was missing health insurance coverage policy number. Child # 2 emergency contact information was missing medical information.
Observed 1/12/23 staff #2 was missing 1 reference in their file.
Observed 1/12/2023 staff # 1 was missing 3 hours from their required annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #5 did not contain training regarding the emergency plan on an annual basis -document dated 8/23/2019
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/22, it was observed that the records of facility person #1 did not contain an accepted training by a professional in the field of Pediatric first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #3, #4, and #6 did not contain a written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/22, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not contain an updated emergency contact information at least once in a 6-month period -document dated 6/1/2021
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/.22, it was observed that the records of facility person #2 did not include verification of child care experience, prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 2/24/22, it was observed that the records of facility persons #3, #4, #5, and #6 did not contain an 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $51.46 | $40.12 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $51.46 | $40.12 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $45.19 | $36.04 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $45.19 | $45.19 |
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 Montessori Childrens House 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 Aug 4, 2026 (staff ratios): “Observed 8/4/2026 outside on the playground Staff # 1, 2, and 3 had 11 children in their space, staff # 1 identified 4 children, staff #2 identified 3 children, and staff # 3 identified 3 children leaving 1 child…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Montessori Childrens House?
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 Montessori Childrens House’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Mar 19, 2020. 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 Montessori Childrens House compare with other daycares in Warminster?
It is #10 of 12 centers in Warminster by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 74% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Montessori Childrens House last inspected?
Aug 4, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Montessori Childrens House cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $51.46 for young toddler, $51.46 for older toddler, $45.19 for preschool, $45.19 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Montessori Childrens House?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Montessori Childrens House 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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