Small Wonders at Temple Judea
Small Wonders at Temple Judea is a certified child care center in Furlong, PA, with capacity for 140 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 28 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (12 of 28). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #154 of 251 centers in Bucks County and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #1 did not include acceptable verification that education had been evaluated to determine US equivalency and qualify staff person#1 for the position of an aide.
At the time of unannounced inspection on 2/5/26, files of staff person #1, #2, #5, and #7 did not include current mandated reporter training. Mandated reporter trainings on file of staff person #1 was from 6/8/20 and is expired. File of staff person #3 did not include NSOR certificate. File of staff person #5 did not include PA child abuse clearance, NSOR certificate, files of staff person #6 and #7 did not include PA state police clearance, PA child abuse clearance, FBI required by DHS and NSOR certificates. Staff persons #3, #5, #6 and #7 are not provisional hires.
At the time of unannounced inspection, health assessments of staff person #6 was submitted for review. Upon follow-up with the respective physician's office, it was confirmed that TB test was not completed by the office on 9/6/25 and form was not signed. Based on this verification, health assessment with TB test verification has been determined to be fraudulent.
At the time of unannounced inspection on 2/5/26, files of staff persons #4, #5, and #6 did not include current staff health assessments.
At the time of unannounced inspection on 2/5/26, Staff person #5 and #7 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety trainings part 1 and part 2.
At the time of unannounced inspection on 2/5/26, files of staff persons #5 and #7 did not include verification of education required for the position of an aide.
At the time of renewal inspection on 3/13/25, file of staff person #1 included PA state police clearance from 6/20/19 and was not valid. Files of staff persons #3 and 4 had FBI PDE clearance that is not acceptable. NSOR was missing in files of staff persons #3 and #4. File of staff person #6 did not include PA state police and Child abuse clearance from the state of New Jersey, where staff #6 lived within the last 5 years. File of staff person #7 did not include PA state police clearance.
At the time of renewal inspection, written verification that staff person #5 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment was not observed in file of staff person #5.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that cots in Room #4 are not labeled.
At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 did not include Hepatitis B, MMR, and Hepatitis A immunization recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1.
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At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 1-hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #5 did not include verification that staff person #5 has completed pre-service training that includes Health and Safety topic as well as Pediatric First Aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). File of staff person #7 did not include pre-service training that includes Health and Safety topics.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #7 did not include an annual staff evaluation.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #7 did not include verification of education required prior to service at the facility.
At the time of renewal inspection, agreements of children #1-#9 were not updated at least once in a 6-months period. These agreements were last updated in May or June 2024.
At the time of renewal inspection observed that emergency information was not updated in each child care space. Each classroom had emergency contact forms that were updated by parents more than 6 months ago.
At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #7 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. File included only 9 hours of training.
At the time of unannounced monitoring inspection on 5/10/24, staff person #1 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). File of staff person #1 did not include NSOR certificate.
At the time of unannounced monitoring inspection on 5/10/24, file of staff person #1 did not include verification that staff person #1 has completed pre-service training that includes Health and Safety topic as well as Pediatric First Aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
At the time of unannounced monitoring inspection on 5/10/24, file of staff person #1 did not include verification of education required prior to service at the facility.
At the time of renewal inspection, health report of staff person #1 did not include the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #3 did not include Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 1-hour professional development training required by OCDEL within the prescribed timeframe which is by December 30, 2022.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 did not include verification that staff person #2 has completed pre-service training that includes Health and Safety topics as well as Pediatric First Aid/CPR, from a PQAS-approved trainer and PQAS approved curriculum within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet). Staff person #4 did not complete pre-service training that includes Health and Safety topics.
At the time of renewal inspection, the record of staff person #6 was not provided for review. Staff #6 was observed caring for children.
At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #2 included verification of education from Mexico that was not translated/evaluated. File of staff person #5 did not include verification of education.
At the time of renewal inspection file of staff person #5 did not include verification that staff obtained an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training. File of staff person #5 included only 10 hours of annual training.
During review of the files, it was observed that Staff 2 was missing their Child Abuse Clearance and their NSOR and Staff 3 was missing their FBI. Both staff were past their provisional hire periods.
Staff 1 did not have proof of a current physical at the time of the inspection. Physical was dated 7/23/21.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $60.35 | $20.84 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $60.35 | $20.84 |
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 Small Wonders at Temple Judea had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 5, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of unannounced inspection on 2/5/26, files of staff person #1, #2, #5, and #7 did not include current mandated reporter training. Mandated reporter trainings on file of staff person #1 was from 6/8/20 and is…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Small Wonders at Temple Judea?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Small Wonders at Temple Judea since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Small Wonders at Temple Judea’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Nov 25, 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 Small Wonders at Temple Judea compare with other daycares in Bucks County?
It is tied for #154 of 251 centers in Bucks County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 58% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Small Wonders at Temple Judea last inspected?
Mar 23, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Small Wonders at Temple Judea cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.35 for older toddler, $60.35 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Small Wonders at Temple Judea?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Small Wonders At Temple Judea.
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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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