North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School
School La And Garfield Ave, Souderton, PA 18964 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 1
Part of YMCA · 195 Pennsylvania locations
North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School is a certified child care center in Souderton, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 27 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for emergency preparedness (9 of 27). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 7 centers in Souderton and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#2 of 7 centers in Souderton
1
Core-safety citations
26
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
27 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Oct 10, 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
Emergency preparedness
9
Health & medication
5
Records & paperwork
5
Training & qualifications
4
Building & playground safety
2
Supervision
1
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of the inspection the following was not on file at the facility: A. Written agreement between school and childcare program's legal entity documenting the school's process for the disposal of hazardous materials and biological contaminants. B. Written policies to address the following: 1. Strategies for coping with crying, fussing, or distraught child. 2. The prevention and identification of child maltreatment. C. Emergency plan did not address continuity of operations and specifies the role of all facility's persons including volunteers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Written agreement between school and ymca regarding disposal of hazardous materials and biological containments documented and sent to inspector for review Copies of Shaking baby, Procedures for coping with crying/fussing/distraught child, and prevention/identify maltreatment posted at sites and…”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
At the time of the inspection the facility's emergency plan did not have a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Emergency plan was updated to show a method for facility persons to inform parents that emergency has ended and provide instructions See Lockdown annex & Attachment 6 emailed to inspector, highlighted areas show responsible parties”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
At the time of the inspection the facility's emergency plan did not provide for a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Emergency plan was updated to show a method for facility persons to inform parents that emergency has ended and provide instructions See Lockdown annex & Attachment 6 emailed to inspector, highlighted areas show responsible parties”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of the inspection facility person #3 did not have a health assessment or Mantoux testing on file on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Staff person #3 has completed health assessment and Mantoux testing. A copy of reports have been sent to inspector for review”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
At the time of the inspection the facility's emergency plan did not provide for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “There are no infants/toddlers in school age care program. Attachment 14 of Emer. Plan has been updated with names of children with medication or special needs as well as faculty member responsible for their accommodations and medication.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not have their annual emergency drill conducted. and logged at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Emergency drill was conducted and posted on board. Photo proof emailed to inspector.”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
At the time of the inspection facility's emergency plan did not have shelter in place plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Emergency plan was updated to include shelter in place, lock down, and shelter locations. Attachments with maps were included as well as copies emailed to inspector”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
At the time of this inspection facility's emergency plan did not have a plan for evacuation on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Emergency plan was updated to include evacuation plan along with location to evacuate too. Attachment with maps were included as well as copies emailed to inspector”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of the inspection the facility did not send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Copy of updated emergency plans were sent to local municipality and county emergency management agency. Copies of email and forms were sent to inspector for review”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of the inspection the facility persons #2 and 3 did not have verified completed education on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Staff person #2 had college degree & transcripts on file. A copy of HS diploma is now on file as well and sent to inspector for review. Staff person #3 had HS diploma, college degree and transcripts on file. A copy of these items were sent to inspector for review”
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Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of the inspection facility person #3 had 1 missing nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “A copy of letter of reference from non-family was obtained and is now on file. A copy has been sent to inspector for review”
Citation
Oct 10, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of the inspection the facility person #1 did not have 12 hours of professional development training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 30, 2025): “Staff #1 needed 4 additional hours of training to total the required 12 hours. These have been completed and copies of certificates of completion have been emailed to inspector”
Age and Training/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.115(a)(8)
At the time of inspection facility persons#1, #3and #4 did not have water safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “As discussed in phone conversation with inspector, our program does not take school age children swimming during program hours. Mr. March (inspector) agreed that water safety training is not required for school age care program”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Copies of reports in file at facility/Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(e)/3270.182(7)
At the time of inspection facility did not have an incident report and did not report to OCDEL the injury of child #5 that was seen for emergency care from an injury that occupied at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Child was holding arm but had not stated had injury or pain. Staff noted arm was wrapped in gauze. Staff member thought other staff members gave child gauze but learned from child's parent that child brought it from home- parent confirmed this. Parent explained child is going through a phase of…”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection facility's first aid kit did not have gauze or gloves in them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Gauze was added to first aid kit from supply kept in closet on site. All First aid kits were reviewed and any missing items were immediately added to ensure that all first aid kits are fully supplied at all times.”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Contact parent/keep record 55 Pa. Code §3270.132(a)
At the time of inspection facility did not have a file for reporting injuries of children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “All injury reports are kept in main office. Copies were made and a file created for the site to keep on location. Anytime injury occurs the procedure is to contact parent at time of injury depending on nature of injury or to update them at pick up. The original document is signed by parent and goes…”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Document emergency treatment 55 Pa. Code §3270.132(c)
At the time of inspection facility did not have incident reports written for child #5.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Copy of incident report sent to inspector for review”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection facility person #2 did not have Mantoux testing date and results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Staff #2 has TB test in file at site but it was not a clear copy. Staff #2 was notified and she made an appointment and received another test. Results were sent to inspector.”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
At the time of inspection pick up / drop off procedures were not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Pick up/drop off procedures are posted at the door/parent board. Pictures of the posted procedures were sent to inspector.”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of inspection emergency plan and subsequent plan updates sent to the local municipality and the county EMA.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “The emergency plan has been sent to Jason.wilson@montgomerycountypa.gov”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection facility did not have the following three policies written: recognition of potential signs / system of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child, the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Site has childcare maltreatment, shaken baby syndrome and strategies for coping with crying child posted on parent board.”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
At the time of inspection facility persons #2 and 4 did not have annual staff evaluations on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Both staff #2 and #4 have annual staff evaluation on file. Copies sent to inspector”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
45 or fewer children director/group sup 30hrs/wk 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(c)
At the time of inspection there was no director hired.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 11, 2025): “Marie Carreras is EMC site director/group supervisor. She is scheduled AM/PM 5 days a week”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
At the time of inspection facility persons #1 & #2 did not have proof of qualifications on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Staff #1 and #2 have proof of qualifications on file, copies were emailed to inspector”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
At the time of inspection facility person #1and 4 did not have verified years of experience on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Copies of staff #1 and #4 verification of experience are on file and sent to inspector”
Citation
Jan 29, 2025
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
At the time of inspection facility persons #3 and #4 did not have 12 hours of annual professional development on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Both staff #3 and #4 have 12 hours of annual training on file, copies emailed to inspector”
Citation
Dec 5, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 12/5/22 it was observed the emergency plan did not include procedures to accommodate children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2023): “update the emergency plan with information for accommodations for children with disabilities and or children with chronic medical conditions and add it to the current emergency plan immediately”
“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.) | $67.00 | $28.80 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $67.00 | $28.80 |
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 (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through
Jan 30, 2027
Operator
North Penn YMCA
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–8:30 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(215) 723-0574
State certificate #
CER-00246917
Common questions
Has North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Jan 29, 2025 (supervision): “At the time of inspection facility persons#1, #3and #4 did not have water safety training on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel 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 YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 7, 2019. 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 YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School compare with other daycares in Souderton?
It is #2 of 7 centers in Souderton by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School last inspected?
Oct 10, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $67.00 for young school-age, $67.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs North Penn YMCA-E M Crouthamel Elementary School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is North Penn YMCA.
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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