Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School
405 Allendale Rd, King of Prussia, PA 19406 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 2
Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School is a certified child care center in King of Prussia, PA, with capacity for 120 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 26 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 26). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 16 centers in King of Prussia and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
Fewer citations than 56% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#10 of 16 centers in King of Prussia
2
Core-safety citations
24
Other citations
6
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
26 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 8, 2025
Every state visit
Violation found
No violation
Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits
What inspectors cited most
Records & paperwork
10
Health & medication
6
Training & qualifications
5
Emergency preparedness
2
Background checks
1
Supervision
1
Building & playground safety
1
Citations, newest first
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. The file for Staff Person #1 did not contain verification of the completion of Mandated Reporter Training. Also, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain a completed FBI Clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “The above listed staff members are not permitted to work until the required documents are received.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year/Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)(3)/3270.131(c)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the health assessment on file for Child #3 was not dated and did not contain a signature from physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Parents have been contacted repeatedly. The child is not eligible to return until the corrected form is received.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, hired 08/15/2025, did not contain an initial health assessment including an initial tuberculin test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Staff member could not return until the required documents are received.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Bachelor's/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #2, did not contain verification of the education required to qualify Staff Person #2 as a Group Supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Education verification has been obtained.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the emergency contact form on file for Child #1 did not contain the medical coverage or policy number for the child. Also, the emergency contact form on file for Child #2 did not contain the policy number for the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Forms were given to parents at pick-up, and they completed the required information.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2025): “Staff member was notified of the missing documents and given two weeks to provide the required documentation.”
Citation
Oct 8, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #3 did not contain verification of the required education and child care experience required for Staff Person #3 to qualify as an Assistant Group Supervisor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 10, 2025): “Education verification was obtained for Staff Person #3.”
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 11/13/2024, in Classroom 1, Staff Person #1 left the classroom leaving Staff Person #2 alone with 11 Preschool-Aged children. In Classroom 4, there were 18 Older Toddler Children present in the classroom, Staff Person #3 identified 6 children in their assigned group, Staff Person #4 identified 6 children in their assigned group leaving 6 children unaccounted for in Classroom 4. In Classroom 8, there were 15 Preschool-Aged children present, Staff Person #5 identified 8 children in their assigned group, and Staff Person #6 was unable to identify the children in their assigned group, leaving 7 children unaccounted for.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 5, 2024): “Upon arrival to the classroom, each teacher was told what was wrong. Each Staff was given a formal write-up for not following protocol that day. A meeting was held 11/13/2024, where each staff member was given a quiz about supervision. Each staff member scored 100%. A meeting was held on Friday…”
Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, the Facility's Emergency Plan did not contain a plan for addressing Volunteer Emergency Plan training, and a plan for Continuity of Operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “Provider will add the necessary parts of volunteer training and continuity of operations to the Emergency Plan.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, the Facility's Emergency Plan did not contain a method for contacting parents at the end of an emergency to provide reunification instructions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “Provider will add the method which is text, voice call, and email to the existing plan.”
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Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, there were stained ceiling tiles in the following areas: Classroom 1 above the board, Classroom 2 above the book bag wall, and in the hallway above the door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “Provider will purchase new ceiling tiles and have them installed, replacing the stained ones.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, the file for Staff Person #5 and Staff Person #6 did not contain a completed Health Assessment, including results of an initial tuberculin skin test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “Staff were notified and could not return until proper forms were received.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, the files for Staff Person #1, #2, #3, #4 and #7 did not contain verification of completion of the updated Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “All staff members will complete the updated training by 11/05/2024 and provide the certificate.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2024
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 10/10/2024, the files for Staff Person #2. #3, #4, #5, #6, and #7 did not contain verification of name, age and address for the facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2024): “Provider moved Picture ID from financial file to DHS file.”
Citation
Nov 28, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 11/28/2023, the file for child # 1 contained a health assessment more than 12 months old; the file for child #4 contained a health assessment with no date, making the certification representative unable to determine if the record meets compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2023): “The parent of child #4 provided an updated form with the date added. The parent for child #1 submitted the new updated physical.”
Citation
Nov 28, 2023
Inspection
Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
During a renewal inspection on 11/28/2023, the files for child #2 and 3 contained a record of influenza vaccination more than one year old; the files for child #4 and 5 did not contain a record of immunization vaccination.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2023): “The provider received letters for 2 parents objecting to the influenza vaccination. The provider received copies of the other two students influenza vaccinations.”
Citation
Nov 28, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During a renewal inspection on 11/28/2023, Staff person #1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 6/3/2016.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2023): “Staff person #1 completed Mandated Reporter Training on November 28, 2023.”
Citation
Nov 28, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection on 11/28/2023, the file for staff person #2 did not contain verification of education and training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2023): “Staff person #2 provider a copy of her transcript and diploma.”
Citation
Nov 28, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During a renewal inspection on 11/28/2023, the file for staff person #3 only contained one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2023): “Staff person #3 submitted the letter of reference on November 30, 2023.”
Citation
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On October 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children 1 & 4 were missing a yearly health exam.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 13, 2022): “Provider will obtain a health exam for children 1 & 4.”
Citation
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
HS/GED 55 Pa. Code §3270.37(b)(1)
On October 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that staff #1 was missing education credentials in staff file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “Provider will obtain education records for staff person # 1.”
Citation
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On October 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that children # 3, #4, #6 and #7 agreement form was missing a signature from parent or operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “Provider will obtain the signature of parent or operator for children # 3, #4, #6 and #7 on their agreement form.”
Citation
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On October 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 7 child records was missing MA coverage and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “Provider will obtain MA coverage name and policy # for child # 7.”
Citation
Oct 14, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On October 14, 2022 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child records # 1 and # 4 emergency contact form was missing release persons address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “Provider will obtain release persons address on child # 1 and child # 4 release person address on their emergency contact form.”
Citation
Dec 1, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
On December 1, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child # 2 and child # 3 financial agreement form is missing arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will add arrival and departure time for child # 2 and child # 3 to their financial agreement forms.”
Citation
Dec 1, 2021
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On December 1, 2021 during renewal inspection Certification representative noticed that child # 1 was missing MA insurance name and policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 13, 2021): “Provider will obtain child # 1 MA insurance name and policy number and add it to her emergency contact form.”
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $55.75 | $45.75 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $55.75 | $45.75 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $48.85 | $40.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $55.00 | $39.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $55.00 | $39.00 |
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
120 children
Certificate status
Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Jan 14, 2027
Operator
Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 265-2323
State certificate #
CER-00248219
Common questions
Has Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 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 8, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 10/08/2025, the file for Staff Person #1, Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 did not contain a completed National Sex Offender Registry Clearance. The file for Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Oct 27, 2025. 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 Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School compare with other daycares in King of Prussia?
It is #10 of 16 centers in King of Prussia by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 56% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School last inspected?
Oct 8, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $55.75 for young toddler, $55.75 for older toddler, $48.85 for preschool, $55.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Mother Teresa Regional Catholic School.
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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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