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Springhouse Early Learning

809 N Bethlehem Pike, Ambler, PA 19002 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 4

Springhouse Early Learning is a certified child care center in Ambler, PA, with capacity for 70 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 37 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (12 of 37). 15 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #14 of 15 centers in Ambler and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 73% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#14 of 15 centers in Ambler
6 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
37 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 15 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 19, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 19, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 31, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 25, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Oct 3, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Aug 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 11, 2023 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Building & playground safety 12
Records & paperwork 7
Health & medication 6
Background checks 5
Emergency preparedness 4
Food & feeding 1
Training & qualifications 1
Staff ratios 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 3/19/29, at time of renewal, Staff #1 was observed working with children in the infant room. Staff #1 file did not contain results of Child Abuse clearance as required by CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2026): “Staff #1 was able to obtain results of Child Abuse clearance at time of inspection. A copy was printed and placed in Staff #1 file.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, the facility's emergency plan was not reviewed/updated at least annually. The last update to the facility's emergency plan was dated 4/3/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Reviewed and updated emergency plan and posted on parent board.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible/Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)/3270.82(i)
On 3/19/26, at time of inspection, diaper cream and sunscreen instructing to "keep out of reach of children" were observed accessible to children in unlocked diaper cabinets located in the Toddler and Older Toddler classrooms. Cleaning products (Fabuloso, Comet, Glass Cleaner) were observed accessible to children in unlocked sink cabinets located in the PS/PK boys' and girls' bathrooms. Additionally, a lidded waste receptacle was not observed by the diaper changing station located in the Young Toddler room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Ordered cabinet locks - placed on cabinets with anything toxic inside.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Heat Source/Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.71/3270.76
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, the floorboard heater protective guards were detached from the unit in the PS and PK classrooms, exposing the heating coils. At the time of inspection, the heating coils were hot to the touch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Landlord is replacing heat covers on 4/13/26.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, peeling paint was observed accessible to children on the wall located in the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Scaping paint chips and re-painting the wall.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
On 3/19/26, at time of inspection, the exit door located in the PK room was observed to have difficulty opening due to a defective door mechanism, potentially preventing timely exit in an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Landlord is having door replaced.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, children in the young toddler room did not wash their hands prior to eating lunch.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Reminding staff/adding into the daily schedule to wash hands before all meals and after toileting.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(5)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, Staff #2 file did not contain an updated health assessment. Staff #3 health assessment did not include the physician's assessment of suitability to provide childcare.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Health assessment/Tb tests obtained.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, eleven infants were observed receiving care in the infant room. Written statements obtained by the parents giving formula and feeding schedules were not on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “All infant parents signed off on giving teachers feeding schedules. Schedules are documented and hung up in classroom”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, evidence that an emergency drill was conducted at least once annually was not observed on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Director will schedule and conduct an emergency drill with children and staff at the facility. Once completed, the emergency drill will be logged and kept on file for review.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days/Written record 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, upon review of the facility's fire drill log, the last fire drill conducted at the facility was dated 1/14/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Drill conducted 3/23/26 with children and students.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, upon review of the facility's fire detection log, the last alarm test was dated on 1/14/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “System tested 3/19/26.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, Staff #4 was observed working in the young toddler room. Staff #4 file did not contain verification of education in order to qualify them for the position they were performing.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2026): “Staff #4 obtained a copy of verification of education at time of inspection. A copy will be placed in Staff #4 file.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person/Each child care space 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)/3270.124(c)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, emergency contact information located in the childcare spaces did not include required information, including who shall be contacted in an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Printing full contact reports for each child and placing in classrooms every 6 months”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
On 3/19/26, at time of renewal, Staff #1 file did not contain two written reference letters.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Director will obtain two written letters of reference for Staff #1.”
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Core safety Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, there was no written proof of complying with the CPSL requirements for facility/staff #1. This person was observed working in the preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2025): “Staff #1 last day of employment will be 4/17/25. All staff will comply with the CPSL requirements.”
Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
There was peeling paint and chipped wood on the deck used by facility children at the time of inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2025): “The deck will be closed until it is repaired. The space will no be used.”
Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, 4/9/25, there was not written proof of a health assessment for staff #1. The assessment in the file for staff #2 was questionable and could not be verified.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2025): “Staff #1 last day of employment will be 4/17/25. Staff #2 will get a new physical.”
Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
There were no child service reports in the files for facility children 1-3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2025): “A child service report will be completed for each child.”
Citation Mar 31, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
At the time of inspection, there was no file onsite at the facility for facility/staff #1. This person was observed working in the preschool classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2025): “Staff will have a complete file at all times. Staff #1 will leave their position on 4/17/25.”
Core safety Mar 25, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1 did not have written proof of a recent State police clearance, The most recent form on file was from 2018.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 2, 2024): “A current state police request will be submitted”
Citation Mar 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
The toddlers were on the patio at the front entrance (lower level) at the time of inspection on 3/25/24. There were multiple areas with peeling paint which could pose a hazard to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2024): “The area will be repaired.”
Citation Mar 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
There is a fence in the rear playground with broken wood and jagged wooden edges which could pose a hazard to the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2024): “The fence will be repaired”
Citation Mar 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
There was not adequate surfacing under the mounted equipment at the time of inspection on 3/25/24.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 30, 2024): “The children will not use the space with mounted equipment until the surface is replenished.”
Citation Mar 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
The file for staff #2, at the tie of the inspection on 3/25/24, did have written proof of a recent physical.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2024): “A current physical will be submitted”
Core safety Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1 at the time of facility inspection on 10/3/23, did not have written proof of a signed disclosure statement, NSOR, criminal history record or a copy of requests for these items required under the CPSL
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty until there is a complete file on-site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii)
There was no written proof of emergency plan training in the file for staff #1-hire date-9/25/23 at the time of inspection on 10/3/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty until there is a complete file on-site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
AT the time of inspection on 10/3/23, there was a broken fence with jagged edges, near the entrance to the infant room.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “The fence will be repaired.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
The mulch on the play area in the rear of the facility did not have the required surfacing under the mounted play apparatus.
Center’s plan of correction (not implemented, Jan 12, 2024): “Mulch will be added to the surface.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
The health assessment in the file for staff #1, who was observed working in the infant room at the time of inspection; did not have any information about a TB test results in their file at the time of inspection on 10/3/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty until there is a complete file on-site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)
The file for staff #1, who was observed working in the infant classroom at the time of inspection on 10/3/23. Did not have ID or an address for the staff person hired 9/25/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty until there is a complete file on-site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Oct 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(5)
The file for staff #1 did not have written references or proof of prior work experience at the time of inspection on 10/3/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty until there is a complete file on-site.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Core safety Aug 22, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file for staff #1, hire-date, did have written proof of complying with all CPSL requirements. The staff file was missing the FBI, Child Abuse, Mandated Report Training. Staff #1 was working unsupervised with 15-Fifteen preschool children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “Staff #1 will be removed from duty”
Core safety Aug 22, 2023 Inspection Staff ratios
Similar Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.51
During the facility inspection on 8/22/23, staff #1 was observed alone caring for fifteen (15) preschool child. After a period of time a second person came into the classroom, but went-out; leaving staff #1 alone. This was observed by program administrative staff.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “The staff child ratios will be kept at all times.”
Citation Aug 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
There was peeling paint on the patio located near the entrance to the facility office at the time of inspection on 8/22/23. There were facility children under the age of two playing on the patio. The certification rep asked one staffer to check the mouth of a child who appeared to be eating a piece of peeled paint. Pictures were taken of the patio and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “The patio will be repainted and repaired.”
Citation Aug 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection on 8/22/23, the file for staff #1, hire-date, May 1, 2023, was observed working alone in the pre-school classroom located in the upper building.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “Provisional hires will be supervised at all times.”
Citation Aug 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
When checked during the inspection on 8/22/23, the file for staff #1, hire-date 5/1/23 did not have written proof of two years child care experience prior to working at the facility. Staff #1 was observed working unsupervised in the pre-school classroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 25, 2023): “All staff will have references when hired.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 70 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 11, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Aug 14, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Springhouse Early Learning
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00254620
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Common questions

Has Springhouse Early Learning 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 Mar 19, 2026 (background checks): “On 3/19/29, at time of renewal, Staff #1 was observed working with children in the infant room. Staff #1 file did not contain results of Child Abuse clearance as required by CPSL.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Springhouse Early Learning?

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

What is Springhouse Early Learning’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Aug 14, 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 Springhouse Early Learning compare with other daycares in Ambler?

It is #14 of 15 centers in Ambler by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 73% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Springhouse Early Learning last inspected?

Mar 19, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Springhouse Early Learning?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Springhouse Early Learning.

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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