Play and Learn Center-Collegeville
Play and Learn Center-Collegeville is a certified child care center in Collegeville, PA, with capacity for 102 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 40 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (18 of 40). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, an unused port (computer or phone) was observed in the Adventurers room and was accessible to children.
At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, a snake plant and kalanchoe plants were observed in 3 classrooms at the facility.
At time of renewal inspection on 9/8/26, ceiling vents in the Pioneers Room were observed to be visibly dirty.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not possess a current Child Abuse Registry Clearance or NSOR Verification Letter. Certification Staff also observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess a Child Abuse Registry Clearance or FBI Criminal History Background Clearance.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that electrical outlets in Young Toddler room #5 and School-Aged room #1 lacked protective covers.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed hand sanitizer on top of a bookshelf in Preschool room #2 that was not made inaccessible to children.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that the First Aid kit in School-Aged room #1 did not contain soap.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed chipped paint and exposed plaster on a wall in Preschool room #4 and on a wall in School-Aged room #1.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed Child #6 in Preschool room #2 laying on rest equipment in an area that did not allow 2 feet of space on 3 sides.
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During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed expired non-prescription medication for a child in Older Toddler room #3. Certification staff also observed that the written consent form authorizing the provider to administer non-prescription medication to a child in Older Toddler room #3 was out of date.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive a health assessment within 12 months prior to providing initial service.
Operator was notified that a child who receives care at the facility was hospitalized. Operator did not report to OCDEL.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Preschool room #2, Older Toddler room #3, and Older Toddler room #4 lack contact information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Older Toddler room #3 and Preschool room #4 were not reviewed or updated every 6 months.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to his/her suitability to serve as a Facility Person.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed spray bottle accessible in butterflies and pioneer's room. Certification rep also observed cleaning wipes accessible in pioneers' room.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed plaster in the butterflies bathroom and on the wall in the adventures room
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Emergency contact for child 1 and child 2 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 3,5 and 6 were missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 4 expired.
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature in the Explorers room. The water temperature was 114° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose baseboard by the emergency exit in the Explorers Room.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Butterflies, Adventurers, and Explorers
During renewal inspection, certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above the toilets in the bathroom in Butterflies room
During renewal inspection certification rep observed a mat chart but the cots were not numbered in the Butterflies room
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.
During renewal inspection certification rep found a Benadryl and Albuterol that was not in a labeled medication container inside the cabinet near the first aid bag in the Butterflies room. Certification rep also found an Epi-pen that was not in a labeled medication container in the Pioneers room.
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for medication log for child 8 and 9.Child 8 and 9 did not have a medication log.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1,2 and 6 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1, 3,4,5,6 and 8 was missing signed parental consent for transportation.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS WERE NOT IN PLACE IN THE OUTLET STRIP OBSERVED IN THE PIONEERS ROOM.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, DIAPER CREAM WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE. LYSOL WIPES AND BLEACH WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE SINK IN THE PIONEERS ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION TOXIC PLANTS (SNAKE PLANT, WANDERING JEW AND PEACE LILY) WERE OBSERVED IN THE CATERPILLAR ROOM, PIONEER ROOM AND EXPLORER ROOM.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A HAND WASHING SIGN STATING WHEN TO WASH HANDS WAS NOT PRESENT AT SINK IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PLASTIC BAGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE CUBBIES IN THE CATERPILLAR AND BUTTERFLY ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. PLASTIC BAGS WERE ALSO OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INPSECTION, THE DAILY SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND THE WRITTEN PLAN OF HOW A CHILD WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE WERE NOT POSTED IN THE PK CLASSROOM.
“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
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) | $74.05 | $27.05 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $74.05 | $27.05 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $70.55 | $26.55 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $69.25 | $26.40 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $65.30 | $26.05 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $65.30 | $26.05 |
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 Play and Learn Center-Collegeville 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 Jul 30, 2025 (background checks): “During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not possess a current Child Abuse Registry Clearance or NSOR Verification Letter. Certification Staff also observed that…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Play and Learn Center-Collegeville?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Play and Learn Center-Collegeville’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 19, 2025. 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 Play and Learn Center-Collegeville compare with other daycares in Collegeville?
It is tied for #14 of 16 centers in Collegeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Play and Learn Center-Collegeville last inspected?
Sep 8, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Play and Learn Center-Collegeville cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $74.05 for newborn, $74.05 for infant, $70.55 for young toddler, $69.25 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Play and Learn Center-Collegeville?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Learn And Play Centers INC.
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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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