North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School
North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School is a certified child care center in Lansdale, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 18 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #16 of 25 centers in Lansdale and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the inspection on 11/19/25 the file record for staff person #2 included a child abuse clearance for the purposes of volunteering and did not meet the requirement for out of state clearances for New Jersey.
During the inspection on 11/17/25 the file records for child #2 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator.
During the inspection on 11/17/25 the file records for child #1,2,3,4,5, 6 and 7 did not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.
During the inspection on 11/17/25 the file records for child # 1,2,3, and 7 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 11/17/25 the file record for staff person # 1 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Staff person #1 and 3-- was not observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 and 3-- does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training. This is evidenced by the previously documented pediatric first-aid/CPR training expiration date of (8/28/24).
During the inspection on 11/7/24 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care and did not have a state police clearance, child abuse clearance, DHS FBI clearance, NSOR clearance, mandated reporter training and a signed disclosure statement. Facility Person #2--- may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the inspection on 11/7/24 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a subsequent/updated physical.
During the inspection on 11/7/24 the file records for child #1 (start date see code sheet) did not include an initial health assessment.
During the inspection 11/7/2024 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care but did not have a file record established.
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file records for child # 1 and 4 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.
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file records for child # 1 and 4 did not include a health assessment that included 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 12/14/23 the file record for staff person #2 did not include a TB test conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 8/4/21 (date of hire: see code list).
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file records for child # 2 and 3 did not include an initial health assessment.
During the inspection on 12/14/2023 the file record for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file record for child #3 did not include a completed financial agreement form.
During the inspection on 12/14/2023 the file record 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 12/14/23 the file records for staff person # 1,3 and 4 did not include 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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $59.00 | $22.91 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $59.00 | $22.91 |
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 North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School 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 31, 2025 (background checks): “During the inspection on 11/19/25 the file record for staff person #2 included a child abuse clearance for the purposes of volunteering and did not meet the requirement for out of state clearances for New Jersey.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jun 2, 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 North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School compare with other daycares in Lansdale?
It is #16 of 25 centers in Lansdale by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School last inspected?
Oct 31, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $59.00 for young school-age, $59.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is North Penn School District.
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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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