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North Penn Extended Knapp Elementary School

698 Knapp Rd, Lansdale, PA 19446 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

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

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#16 of 25 centers in Lansdale
3 Core-safety citations
15 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
18 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 31, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Oct 31, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Nov 14, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 9, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Mar 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 6
Health & medication 6
Training & qualifications 3
Background checks 2
Supervision 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Oct 31, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff person #2 was removed from providing direct child care at the COB 11/17/25. Staff person #2 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Citation Oct 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the inspection on 11/17/25 the file records for child #2 did not include a financial agreement form signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Provider will update the file record for child #2 to include a financial agreement form signed by an operator and parent.”
Citation Oct 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Provider will update the file record for child #1,2,3,4,5,6 and 7 to include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Oct 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 18, 2025): “Provider will update the file records for child #1,2,3 and 7 to include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Oct 31, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 19, 2025): “Staff Persons will obtain an annual of 12 hours of child care training”
Core safety Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations. State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the…”
Core safety Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2024): “Staff person #2 was removed from providing direct child care at the COB 11/7/24. Staff person #2 will not provide direct child care at the facility until CPSL requirements are fulfilled.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 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 inspection on 11/7/24 staff person #3 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include a subsequent/updated physical.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 22, 2024): “A facility person's record will include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 22, 2024): “The operator will require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. If health report is not received, child…”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the inspection 11/7/2024 staff person #2 was observed providing direct child care but did not have a file record established.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 2, 2024): “Staff records will be kept on site for all staff persons. This will include an substitute information”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “A health report including a statement that the child#1 and #4 are able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease will be requested from the parent. Child# 1, and 4 will be excluded until the proper health assessment is provided.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(8)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 24, 2024): “The provider will provide the facility with file records for child # 1 and 4 with 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.…”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 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 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).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Staff person 2 will obtain a current TB test.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file records for child # 2 and 3 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2024): “The provider will ensure that copies of all student examinations are on site at the facility. Child #3 does not attend our program. The family never started and the staff did not remove the child for paperwork.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 19, 2024): “Provider will ensure staff person #2 verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility are included in the staff file at the facility.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
During the inspection on 12/14/23 the file record for child #3 did not include a completed financial agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Provider will place a copy of the financial agreement for in the record for Child #3 at the facility. Child #3 does not attend our program. The family never started and the staff did not remove the child for paperwork”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “Staff person 2's file will include 2 written non-family references attesting to their suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation Nov 14, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 22, 2023): “provider will enroll staff person # 1,3 and 4 in one hour of training to meet the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare 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

Capacity —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Feb 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Jun 2, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator North Penn School District
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–9:00 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 368-9751
State certificate # CER-00248089
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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.

Certified centers nearby

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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