Spicebush Montessori School Association
Spicebush Montessori School Association is a certified child care center in Glen Mills, PA, with capacity for 32 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 10 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 8 centers in Glen Mills and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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On 09/18/25, during the renewal inspection, the operator did not have the emergency plan posted at the facility in a conspicuous location.
On 09/18/25, the refrigerator near the entry way used to store potentially hazardous foods did not contain an operating thermometer.
On 09/18/25, during the renewal inspection, the most recent health report on file for child #1 was dated 10/3/23, the most recent health report for child #2 was dated 09/04/24.
On 09/18/25, during the renewal inspection, the last fire drill documented by the Director was dated 06/10/25.
On 09/18/25, during the renewal inspection, the last documentation of the fire detection system being tested by the Director was dated 06/10/25.
On 09/18/25, during the renewal inspection, the facility did not provide information on how to access the regulations in Chapter 3270 electronically with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office in a conspicuous location.
During the renewal inspection on 10/9/24, it was observed that the water temperature exceeded 110 degrees Fahrenheit and temped at 118 degrees Fahrenheit at the bathroom and classroom sinks.
During the renewal inspection on 10/9/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include an updated Pediatric First Aid & CPR certificate. Documents dated 9/14/22.
During the renewal inspection on 10/9/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, and child #3, and child #4 did not contain an updated financial agreement and emergency contact. Documents dated 2/2024 and 3/2024 respectively.
During the initial Inspection on 5/22/24 and prior to issuance of a certificate of compliance, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include a Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL.
“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.
Enforcement actions
Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $39.79 | $33.73 |
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 Spicebush Montessori School Association 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 May 22, 2024 (background checks): “During the initial Inspection on 5/22/24 and prior to issuance of a certificate of compliance, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include a Child Abuse clearance as required by the CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Spicebush Montessori School Association?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Spicebush Montessori School Association since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Spicebush Montessori School Association’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jun 4, 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 Spicebush Montessori School Association compare with other daycares in Glen Mills?
It is #4 of 8 centers in Glen Mills by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Spicebush Montessori School Association last inspected?
Sep 18, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Spicebush Montessori School Association cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $39.79 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Spicebush Montessori School Association?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Spicebush Montessori School Association.
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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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