Noahs Ark Nursery School

102 Lower Market St, Milton, PA 17847 · Northumberland County

2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 2

Noahs Ark Nursery School is a certified child care center in Milton, PA, with capacity for 160 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 33 violations, 8 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (7 of 33). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 5 centers in Milton and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical

#3 of 5 centers in Milton

8 Core-safety citations

25 Other citations

7 Inspections

2 Complaint investigations that found violations

33 citations from 13 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 29, 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

Health & medication 7

Training & qualifications 6

Records & paperwork 6

Supervision 3

Background checks 3

Building & playground safety 3

Emergency preparedness 2

Caregiver conduct 1

Transportation 1

Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 1, 2025 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)

During the investigation, it was verified through staff interviews and a written/signed statement that Child #1 was left alone in the Social Hall bathroom by Staff #1. While bringing a group of children inside to use the bathroom, Staff #2 found Child #1 standing near the elevator and returned the child to Staff #1.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 16, 2025): “1. We will make sure there is a teacher at both ends of our group when moving. 2. All staff have done the trainings consistently with school age. 3. We will make group tags with older and younger children on them.”

Core safety Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection, the following CPSL violations were found: The NSOR certificate had not been updated within 60 months as required under the CPSL for Staff #1, #2, #3, #7, and #9. The FBI clearance had not been updated within 60 months as required under the CPSL for Staff #7. The file for Staff #11 contained a Dept of Ed FBI clearance when hired and the DHS FBI clearance was received past the provisional period. The mandated reporter training was not updated within 60 months for Staff #9.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 9, 2025): “We informed staff of updates and gave several forms of reminders. All staff have been updated with missing clearances.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

General Health and Safety/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.21/3270.95(b)

During the renewal inspection, it was verified by record review, that fire alarm testing was not being consistently conducted at least once every 30 days.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “I will double check and count days and note them ahead of time for fire testing. I will note them with others as an extra reminder.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety

110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)

During the renewal inspection, the hot water temperature was at 119° F at the sinks in the children's bathroom, the social hall bathrooms, the young one's bathroom and the older one's bathroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2025): “I contacted the church and asked for the water temperature to be turned down. They informed me that it is turned down and we just need to be mindful while it adjusts.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)

During the renewal inspection, the subsequent health assessment for was dated more than 24 months from the previous health assessment for Staff #4 and #12. The health assessment was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting for Staff #8 and Staff #10. The tuberculin skin test was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a childcare setting for Staff #8.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “Both staff have gotten updated physicals and TB tests.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection, it was verified by record review that fire drills were not being consistently conducted at least once every 60 days.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “I have updated my chart and plan to recheck the days I count to ensure drills are done within 60 days.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

During the renewal inspection, Staff #11 had acceptable pediatric first aid/CRP in an approved curriculum: however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic. Acceptable Heatlh and Safety training was not completed within 90 days of hire for Staff #8.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “We terminated staff member (#11) earlier in the summer. We updated staff member (#8) health and safety.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iii)

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #5, functioning as an assistant group supervisor, did not contain documentation of the required years of experience for the assistant group supervisor position.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “We had the person who confirmed her hours update it and make them more specific.”

Citation Jul 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)

During the renewal inspection, the pediatric first aid/CPR was not updated within 2 years for Staff #6.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2025): “We updated the staff member's CPR.”

Core safety Jul 7, 2025 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct

No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)

During the investigation, it was verified through interviews and record review, that Staff #1 smacked Child #1 on the mouth because he was screaming while on the elevator.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 21, 2025): “Our plan of correction was termination of Staff #1 immediately.”

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Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

During the renewal inspection, Staff #1, who was providing care in the infant room, did not have a health assessment on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “We made sure the staff member got their health assessment to allow them to properly care for the children.”

Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

During the renewal inspection, fire drills had not been conducted at least once every 60 days between April 2023 and May 2024.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “I plan to keep notes reminding me to do a fire drill every 60 days. I will make sure we do them in time.”

Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety

Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)

During the renewal inspection, fire detection testing had not been conducted/documented between April 2023 and May 2024.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “We plan to try and get updates on the testing if possible. If it isn't we will be conducting it ourselves every 30 days.”

Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Transportation

Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)

During the renewal inspection, the annual written notification had not been sent to local traffic safety authorities informing them of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 14, 2024): “We have sent out the appropriate letter to the local authorities for pedestrian and vehicular routes around the facility.”

Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)

During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact did not include the release person's address for Child #1, #3, #5, #6 and #7.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “We have been actively working to make sure all emergency contacts have all the information they need. Parents have been updating them as needed.”

Citation Jul 23, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

During the renewal inspection, the financial agreement had not been updated at least once in a 6-month period for Child #1, #2, #4, #5, #7, #8 and #9.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 28, 2024): “I have written up all new agreements for children.”

Core safety May 31, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision

Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)

During the inspection, it was verified that Staff #1 returned to the classroom, with her group of children, but left Child #1 outside alone on the playground for at least 10 minutes. Child #1 was found looking around on the playground by Staff #2 who returned the child to Staff #1 in the classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 13, 2023): “A checklist was created and waiting for approval from my certification representative. This checklist will be updated each time a transition happens detailing how many children are in the group as well as location.”

Core safety May 31, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision

Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)

During the inspection, it was verified that Staff #1 returned to the classroom, with her group of children, but left Child #1 outside alone on the playground for at least 10 minutes. Child #1 was found looking around on the playground by Staff #2 who returned the child to Staff #1 in the classroom.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 12, 2023): “Each staff person will create a list of children that they are responsible for and have it displayed in their classroom. They will be responsible for know exactly who they have in their direct care and be able to say their names.”

Core safety Mar 31, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection, the child abuse clearance for Staff #1 was received thirty-six days after the first day working with children. The file for Staff #3 contained a request form but did not contain the required "response for criminal record check" form.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2023): “Staff members file will be double checked, and signed off on, by the director prior to their first day.”

Citation Mar 31, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

During the renewal inspection, the immunization record, for Child #3 did not include the influenza, pneumococcal or varicella vaccines. The file for Child #1 did not include a statement of exemption from immunization.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2023): “Statements of exemption are required for this, and a reminder was sent out to all families.”

Citation Mar 31, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

During the renewal inspection, the health assessment for Staff #2 was dated 11/7/22 which was more than 24 months from the previous health assessment dated 6/9/20.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2023): “Staff will have physicals done within 2 years”

Citation Mar 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)

During the renewal inspection, the file, for Child #6, #7 and #8, did not contain the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2023): “While we were using a different form, we will make sure to also fill out the correct form with it.”

Citation Mar 31, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

During the renewal inspection, the emergency contact was not updated at least once in a 6-month period over the past one or two years, for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5 and #8,

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2023): “All emergency contact forms will be updated every 6 months.”

Citation Dec 16, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

Staff #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9, #10 and #11 had acceptable first aid and CPR in an approved curriculum, however the trainer had not provided documentation that they are PQAS-certified in that training topic.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 19, 2022): “All staff have been trained by a PQA's certified instructor as of 12/17/22 and will only be trained by a certified instructor in the future.”

Core safety Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Background checks

CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)

During the renewal inspection, Staff #3 did not have completed clearances on file to be hired provisionally. The NSOR verification, PA Child Abuse Clearance, PA State Criminal Record Check and FBI clearance were all received after Staff #3's first day working with children.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that staff have proper trainings completed prior to starting”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)

During the renewal inspection, the immunization record did not include the influenza vaccine for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4. The file for Child #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include a statement of exemption from immunization written, signed and dated from the child's parent or guardian.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that parents hand in exemption forms when they do not wish for their child to receive a vaccination.”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

During the renewal inspection, the health assessment, for Staff #3 and Staff #4, was not conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that staff have been given proper health assessments prior to starting employment here”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #3 did not contain documentation of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that staff have been given proper health assessments prior to starting employment here”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #1, Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not contain annual fire safety training for 2021.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “All staff will stay up to date on fire safety trainings.”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

During the renewal inspection, the mandated reporter training for Staff #1 was dated 3/6/22 and had not been updated with 60 months of the previous mandated reporter training dated 7/11/16.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “All staff will stay up to date on mandated reporter trainings”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)

During the renewal inspection, the file for Child #5 did not include the health insurance policy number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that all children's emergency contact forms are fully filled out.”

Citation Apr 12, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork

Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)

During the renewal inspection, the file for Staff #2 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, Jun 7, 2022): “We will make sure that staff have proper requirements completed prior to starting”

Core safety Mar 14, 2022 Complaint investigation Staff ratios

Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52

During the inspection, it was verified that the facility has been out of ratio for five to ten minutes, during drop-off time on some mornings, due to parents dropping off children earlier than the agreed upon arrival times.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 25, 2022): “We will be asking parents to be more accurate when scheduling their times of drop off and pick up and asking them to stick to it. We will also do our best to have an extra staff member scheduled in the mornings to make sure that we maintain ratio during drop off's. In the event that a child shows…”

“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 Oct 1, 2025 Self-reported violation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Jul 7, 2025 Complaint investigation

1 violation cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found May 31, 2023 Self-reported violation

2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Violation found Mar 14, 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)	$55.00	$35.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.)	$55.00	$35.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.)	$53.00	$35.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.)	$53.00	$35.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K)	$50.00	$35.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.)	$60.00	$30.00

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 160 children

Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)

Certificate valid through Oct 30, 2026

Keystone STARS STAR 2
since May 14, 2026 · what STARS means

Operator ST Andrews United Methodist Church

Hours Monday–Friday 6:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare

Phone (570) 742-8951

State certificate # CER-00246849

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Common questions

Has Noahs Ark Nursery School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 8 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 1, 2025 (supervision): “During the investigation, it was verified through staff interviews and a written/signed statement that Child #1 was left alone in the Social Hall bathroom by Staff #1. While bringing a group of children inside to use…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Noahs Ark Nursery School?

Pennsylvania lists 2 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 Noahs Ark Nursery School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective May 14, 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 Nursery School compare with other daycares in Milton?

It is #3 of 5 centers in Milton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Noahs Ark Nursery School last inspected?

Jul 29, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Noahs Ark Nursery School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $55.00 for newborn, $55.00 for infant, $53.00 for young toddler, $53.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Noahs Ark Nursery School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Andrews United Methodist Church.

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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