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Rose Garden Preparatory Day School

59 W 8th St, Pottstown, PA 19464 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Rose Garden Preparatory Day School is a certified child care center in Pottstown, PA, with capacity for 48 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 78 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (28 of 78). 24 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #20 of 27 centers in Pottstown and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 90% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #20 of 27 centers in Pottstown
6 Core-safety citations
72 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
78 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 24 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 11, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 11, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 3, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Feb 4, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jan 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Oct 4, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Feb 25, 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 28
Building & playground safety 12
Training & qualifications 10
Emergency preparedness 8
Health & medication 7
Background checks 4
Transportation 4
Food & feeding 3
Staff ratios 2

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Both the PA state police clearance and mandated reporter training for staff person #1 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will complete updated clearances and trainings.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility hot water temperature was 149.1° F. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “At the time of inspection, provider adjusted the hot water heater.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in the prek classroom #4 was in reach of the children. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “At the time of inspection, the first aid kit was placed out of reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in classroom #1 infants was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will add tweezers to the first aid kit.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The thermometer located in the infant room #2 refrigerator had a temperature above 45° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will replace thermometer and have refrigerator checked.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.131(d)(7)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment on file for child #2 was not signed and dated by a physician or include 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, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parent bring in the required health assessment.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the child of inspection, staff person #3 did not wash the child's hands after diapering.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will review diaper changing procedures with staff.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment on file for staff person #1 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will provide an updated health assessment.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were bottles and sippy cup not labeled with children names in room #2 infants.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will assure all bottles and cups are labeled with children names.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have updated emergency drill log on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill with the children.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the facility had not notified local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facilities pedestrian and vehicular routes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will notify local traffic safety authorities in writing of the location of the facility vehicle routes.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection the facility did not have a current copy of their general liability insurance on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will print current copy of facilities liability insurance.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire safety training on file for staff person #1, #2 and #4 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have staff complete updated fire safety training.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 and #4 did not have the required annual staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will complete missing staff evaluations.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #3 was not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will sign fee agreement.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #2, #4 and #5 did not specify the children's arrival or departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #4 and #5 did not specify whom the children may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #4 and #5 did not specify the children's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #1, #2, #3 and #5 did not include the insurance policy numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #3, #4 and #5 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #3 and #4 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have parents sign updated fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 did not include verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have staff bring in education verification.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 and #3 did not include the required nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have staff bring in references.”
Citation Feb 11, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2 and #4 did not include the required 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Provider will have staff complete the required annual childcare trainings.”
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Core safety Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Volunteer person #2 was working in the classroom without a child abuse clearance, mandated reporter training or NSOR clearance on file. Volunteer person #3 was working in the classroom without an FBI clearance or NSOR clearance on file. Volunteer person #4 was shadowing in the infant room for 2 hours, however the office file did not include a child abuse clearance or a signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will not allow volunteer to work with children without having all required clearances on file at the facility.”
Core safety Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, young and older toddler classroom #2 (mixed age group) had 2 teachers with 11 children. The youngest child in the classroom was a 1-year-old.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “At the time of inspection, provider moved one of the children to another classroom.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for volunteer person #2, #3 and #4 did not include the required emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will completed emergency plan training with volunteers.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in the childcare space (used for excursions) did have a bottle of water. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “At the time of inspection, provider added a bottle of water to the first aid kit.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The toilet would not flush in the bathroom located in the basement, stall #1. In addition, the toilet in stall #3 flush handle was broken and in poor repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will get both toilets fixed.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The bathroom stalls in the basement bathroom were missing handwashing signs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will add hand washing signs in the bathroom stalls and over every sink.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were eight infant cribs side by side. One of the cribs had a sleeping baby inside.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will move all cribs at least 2 feet apart on three sides.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have parents bring in an updated health assessment.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were bottles not labeled in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have staff label all bottles.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fire extinguishers throughout the facility were tagged but outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will get the fire extinguishers serviced and tagged.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was no documentation that the fire alarm system is being checked every 30 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will sound the fire alarm and keep written documentation on file at the facility.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have written annual documentation notifying local traffic safety authorities of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will complete a letter to the local traffic safety authorities.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Staff person #1 did not have an updated pediatric first aid training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have the staff person complete the pediatric first aid training.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1 and #2 did not include health insurance policy numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1 and #2 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have parents compete updated fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include an updated PA state driver's license or non-driver's license. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 4, 2025): “At the time inspection, provider took a copy of the ID.”
Citation Feb 4, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2025): “Provider will have staff person bring in two written nonfamily references.”
Core safety Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for staff person #2 and #4 did not include the DHS FBI fingerprint clearance. The record for staff person #2 did not include a Child Abuse clearance. In addition, the record for staff person #4 did not include an NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have staff complete all missing clearance.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility's current emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will post the current emergency plan in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were toxic hand soaps on lower countertop in rooms #2, #3 and #4. In addition, the lower sinks (that stored Lysol cleaning products and other toxics) in the infant room and room #2 did not have locks. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2024): “At the time of inspection provider remover all toxic items that were in reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The hot water temperature at the facility was 135.6° F.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will adjust the hot water temperature in the facility.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items/On excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)/3270.75(d)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kits (used for excursion) located in classrooms #2 and #3 did not have a bottle of water. In addition, the first aid kits in classroom #3 was missing tweezers and classroom #4 and #5 was missing soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will add missing items to the first aid kits.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there was a large filing cabinet and other items blocking the exit door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have someone come to remove the filling cabinet and other items from blocking the exit door.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing/Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)/3270.171(c)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility pick-up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will create pick-up and drop off procedures and post in a conspicuous location used by parents.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not have accommodations for children with disabilities.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will add accommodations for children with disabilities to their current emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have an emergency drill log indicating the time or different types of drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill and keep documentation on file at the facility.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan did not have a lock-down plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will add a lock-down plan to the current emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will send the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not send an annual letter to the local traffic safety authorities about the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will create a letter and give it to the local traffic safety authority.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a written policy to address potential signs of shaken baby syndrome, strategies for coping with crying fussy children or prevention and identification of child maltreatment. In addition, there three pair of pointy scissors located throughout the facility in reach of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will create a policy that address shaken baby syndrome, coping with crying fussy children and child maltreatment. Provider will move all scissors out of reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff persons #1 and #3 did not include fire safety training completed by a fire safety professional.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have staff complete approved fire safety training.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #3 did not include the 10hr or updated Health and Safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2024): “Provider will find trainings and send to cert rep.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #8 and #10 was not signed by the operator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will add signature to fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not include developmental assessments reviewed by parents or signed by the parents and staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will complete assessments and have parents/staff review and sign.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parent complete a fee agreement that has a section to add the release persons.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact for child #6 and #10 did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete missing sections on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have the parents complete missing sections on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #2, #5 and #9 did not include health insurance coverage or policy numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete missing sections on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #5 and #10 did not include the addresses and telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete the name, address and telephone numbers of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #2, #3, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10 were outdated. In addition, the emergency contact form for child #2 and #3 were outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete updated emergency contact forms and fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7 did not include signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents sign missing areas on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #4, #5 and #7 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures or signed parental consent for transportation and walking excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will have parents sign missing areas on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #4 did not include two written reference letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2024): “Provider will find the reference letters given and send them to the certification rep.”
Citation Feb 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
On February 20, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the record for staff person #3 did not have a total of 12 clock hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Provider will look for trainings and send over to cert rep.”
Core safety Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of a signed disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “Disclosures will be signed by every new hire on the first day of employment. The front and back will be sent for review.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff#1, Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not contain evidence of being trained in the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2023): “Provider will provide the emergency plan to new hires on first date of employment. All staff have been trained on the emergency plan.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of an updated health assessment, the health assessment on file was dated 9/8/2020. The file of Staff #3 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2023): “Reminder will be set and review to remind staff that medical needs to be updated 60 days before due date. Proof of updated medical form attached. Staff #3 no longer employed at facility.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #3 did not contain evidence of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2023): “Employees have been reminded to have initial Mantoux screening. Staff #3 no longer employed at facility.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of First Aid/CPR training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “CPR training was completed 5/28/21. Documentation is attached.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “Fire safety training was completed on 2/13/2023.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of health and safety training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2023): “Health and Safety training was completed 11/24/22. Documentation is attached.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #2 did not contain evidence of verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “File will include copy of employee education. File has been updated. Documentation has been attached.”
Citation Jan 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On January 30,2023 during the renewal inspection, the file of Staff #1 did not contain evidence of two written nonfamily references
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 16, 2023): “Written references are included in personnel file. Documentation is attached.”
Core safety Oct 4, 2022 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
ON OCTOBER 4, 2022 DURING THE UNANNOUNCED INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED STAFF #1 ALONE IN THE OLDER INFANT CLASSROOM WITH 6 CHILDREN, THE YOUNGEST CHILD WAS 1 YEARS OLD
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2022): “The one child was removed from the classroom immediately and taken to another classroom where ratio could be maintained correctly.”

“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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $90.00 $77.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $90.00 $77.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $90.00 $77.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $85.00 $70.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $85.00 $70.00

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

Capacity 48 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 21, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Mar 16, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Rose Garden Prep LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 624-5094
State certificate # CER-00253093
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Common questions

Has Rose Garden Preparatory Day School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 Feb 11, 2026 (background checks): “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Both the PA state police clearance and mandated reporter training for staff person #1 was outdated.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Rose Garden Preparatory Day School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Rose Garden Preparatory Day School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Rose Garden Preparatory Day School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Mar 16, 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 Rose Garden Preparatory Day School compare with other daycares in Pottstown?

It is tied for #20 of 27 centers in Pottstown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 90% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Rose Garden Preparatory Day School last inspected?

Feb 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Rose Garden Preparatory Day School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $90.00 for newborn, $90.00 for infant, $90.00 for young toddler, $85.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Rose Garden Preparatory Day School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Rose Garden Prep LLC.

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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