Noahs Ark · Quakertown
Noahs Ark is a certified child care center in Quakertown, PA, with capacity for 189 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it twice. The state cited 38 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (10 of 38). 15 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 12 centers in Quakertown and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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On 3/5/26, Staff #1 file contained an NSOR clearance dated more than 60 months. The NSOR clearance was dated 3/3/21.
On 3/5/26, when asked by certification representative, Staff #5 was not able to name the children assigned to their group in room K-2 for the purpose of supervision. Staff #6 and Staff #7 were also not able to name the children assigned to their group in room K3-B.
On 3/5/26, at time of inspection, a parent letter explaining the facility's emergency procedures was not provided to each enrolled family.
On 3/6/26, a can of Lysol, Clorox wipes, diaper cream and lotion instructing to "keep out of reach of children" were located accessible to children in the K-1 older toddler classroom. Diaper cream and sanitizing wipes were observed accessible to children in the Walker toddler room. Hand sanitizer and lotions instructing to "keep out of reach of children" was observed accessible to children in the K4-A, K4-B and K3-A classrooms. Additionally, first aid kits were observed accessible to children in the Walker/Toddler, K4-B, and K2 classrooms.
On 3/5/26, a handwashing sign stating the requirement to wash hands was not posted at the diapering area located in the K-1 classroom. A lidded waste receptacle was not observed in the bathroom located in the K-1 classroom.
On 3/5/26, Child #1 file contained a health report dated more than 6 months. Child #1 health report was dated 8/5/25). Child #3 and Child #4 files contained health reports dated more than 12 months. Child #3 health report was dated 4/29/22, Child #4 health report was dated 3/1/24.
On 3/5/26, Staff #4 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing. Staff #3 health assessment did not contain the date of tuberculosis test.
On 3/5/26, two bottles observed in the Nursery room and two bottles observed in the Walker/Toddler room were not labeled with the child's name.
On 3/5/26, upon review of the facility's log, fire drills are not conducted at least every 60 days. Fire drills were conducted on 10/10/25 and 1/12/26.
On 3/5/26, no evidence was observed of testing of the facility's fire alarm at least every 30 days as required by Panic & Fire Act 62.
On 3/5/26, Child #2 and Child #5 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #2 and Child #5 files did not contain initial health reports.
On 3/5/26, annual written notification to local traffic safety authorities of the facility's safe routes was not on file. Additionally, safe routes including pick up/drop off procedures were not posted in the childcare facility.
On 3/5/26, Staff #2 has not completed the required preservice Pediatric First Aid/CPR training within 90 days of hire.
On 3/5/26, emergency contact information/financial agreements were not updated at least once in a 6-month period. Additionally, emergency contact information in the childcare spaces where children were receiving care was not updated at least every 6 months.
On 3/6/26, evidence of child accident/injury reports were not observed on file at the facility and are not issued accordance with 3270.182(7).
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During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff reviewed multiple staff files and observed that Facility Persons #8 and #10 possessed expired State Police Clearances. Certification staff observed that Facility Persons #3 and #10 possessed expired Child Abuse Registry Clearances. Certification staff observed that Facility Persons #8 and #10 possessed expired FBI Background Clearances. Certification staff observed that Facility Persons #8 and #9 possessed expired NSOR Clearances. Certification staff observed that Facility Persons #9 and #20 had not complete Mandated Reporter trainings.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple staff did not receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment or on the annual basis.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that electrical outlets in Room #3 Crawlers and the cafeteria lacked protective covers.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed toxic cleaning materials in multiple classrooms and child care spaces that were accessible to children, including Rooms #2, #3, #6 and the restroom.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that first aid kits in multiple classrooms lacked tweezers and soap.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that the required handwashing signage stating that staff and able children must perform handwashing after toileting and before eating was not posted in the required areas. Certification Staff also observed that trash cans in diapering and toileting areas of the facility were not lidded.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that rest equipment in utilized for infants and toddlers was not labelled for the use of a specific child.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that refrigerators used to store food in Walkers Room #2, Nursery Room #3, and multiple refrigerators in the cafeteria were not equipped with operating thermometers.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple staff had not undergone a health assessment within 12 months prior to initial services and every 24 months thereafter. Certification staff also observed that multiple staff had not undergone a Tuberculosis screening.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff Certification staff reviewed the facility's emergency plan and determined that it did not provide specific accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions. Certification Staff also observed that the facility's emergency plan was not posted in the facility in a conspicuous location accessible by parents.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that the facility did not have a written policy on file that included recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, or addressing the prevention and identification of child maltreatment. Certification Staff also observed that multiple staff at the facility and had not completed the required Health and Safety trainings and 12 clock hours of annual professional development.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that Facility Person #22 had not completed fire safety training.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple Group Supervisors at the facility did not have verification of education or previous child care experience within their corresponding staff file.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple Assistant Group Supervisors at the facility did not have verification of education or previous child care experience within their corresponding staff file.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that the Child Service Agreement for several children was not signed by the operator, did not specify services to be provided to the family and child, and did not specify which services would be considered as extra.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children reviewed were incomplete and lacked contact information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children were not reviewed or updated every 6 months.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children did not include signed parental consent for the administration of medications, special dietary needs, or the administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple staff at the facility did not have a home address stored within their corresponding staff file.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple staff at the facility did not have 2 written, nonfamily references stored in their corresponding staff file.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that contact information for OCDEL was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Certification staff also observed that information on how to access the regulation in Chapter 3270 was also not posted.
During Initial Inspection on 08/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that multiple staff at the facility did not possess Pediatric First Aid and CPR training or possessed expired Pediatric First Aid and CPR training credentials in their corresponding staff file.
“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.
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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.
About this center
Common questions
Has Noahs Ark 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 Mar 5, 2026 (background checks): “On 3/5/26, Staff #1 file contained an NSOR clearance dated more than 60 months. The NSOR clearance was dated 3/3/21.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Noahs Ark?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Noahs Ark since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Noahs Ark’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective May 15, 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 Noahs Ark compare with other daycares in Quakertown?
It is #12 of 12 centers in Quakertown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 99% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Noahs Ark last inspected?
Mar 5, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs Noahs Ark?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Faith 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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