Rainbow Express Preschool
Rainbow Express Preschool is a certified child care center in Lansdale, PA, with capacity for 116 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 9 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 17 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (7 of 17). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #7 of 25 centers in Lansdale and has fewer citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the inspection on 9/21/26 a ceiling tile was observed having a hole/tear in the corner near the infant room.
Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised (Health & Safety Training).
During the inspection on 4/2/26 the file record for staff person #2 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to initial service, the health assessment date observed was 2/25/25 (date of hire: see code sheet).
During the inspection on 4/2/2026 the file records for staff person #1 did not include verification of child care experience, and education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 4/2/2026 the file records for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
As a result of a complaint investigation on 2/12/26, during observation of video footage of 2/5/26 staff person #1 was observed pushing a child and handling them inappropriately (roughly).
As result of a complaint investigation on 2/12/26, staff person #1 admitted to raising voice at children. Other staff persons also attested to hearing staff person #1 yell at the children.
As a result of a complaint investigation on 2/12/26, during observation of video footage of 2/5/26, staff person #1 was observed shoving food into a child's mouth. The child was turning their face away from staff person #1 several times.
As a result of investigation on 2/12/26, during the observation of footage on 2/5/2026 staff persons #1 and 2 were observed conducting several diaper series of children and did not wash the child's hands after being diapered. Staff persons # 1 and 2 did not wash their hands after diapering a child. Staff persons #1 and 2 were observed feeding the children food without washing their hands or children's hands. This poses a threat to the health and safety of the child.
During the inspection on 9/18/25 the file record for child #1 did not include an approved form (CSR) to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided
During the inspection on 10/3/24 staff person #1 was observed providing direct child care and their file did not include verification of education prior to service at the facility.
During the inspection on 9/21/2023 the file records for staff #1,2,3,4,5,6,7, and 8 did not include a written evaluation.
During the inspection on 9/21/2023 the file records for child # 1,2,3 and 4 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on the emergency contact form. The file record for child # 3 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 on 9/21/2023 the file record for staff person#9 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 on 9/21/2023 the file record for staff person #8 did not include the required updated one-hour health and safety training.
During the inspection 9/21/2023 the file record for staff person # 8 did not include annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During renewal inspection on December 7, 2022, the record of staff #1 did not include Pediatric first-aid and CPR conducted within 90 days of hire.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $74.00 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $72.00 | — |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $70.00 | $64.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $70.00 | — |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $140.00 | — |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $140.00 | — |
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
Common questions
Has Rainbow Express Preschool 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 Apr 2, 2026 (supervision): “Staff person #2-- was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2-- has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised (Health & Safety Training).” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Rainbow Express Preschool?
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 Rainbow Express Preschool’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 6, 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 Rainbow Express Preschool compare with other daycares in Lansdale?
It is #7 of 25 centers in Lansdale by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 80% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Rainbow Express Preschool last inspected?
Sep 7, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Rainbow Express Preschool cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $74.00 for infant, $72.00 for young toddler, $70.00 for older toddler, $70.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Rainbow Express Preschool?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Grace Mennonite Church.
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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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