ST Joan of Arc School
ST Joan of Arc School is a certified child care center in Hummelstown, PA, with capacity for 263 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 53 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (20 of 53). 24 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 5 centers in Hummelstown and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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Facility person #1 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 1.2.2024. Facility person #3 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 1.15.2024. Facility person #4 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 1.18.2024. Facility person #5 did not receive an updated health assessment within 24 months of the previous health assessment. Previous health assessment was 12.27.2023. Facility person #7 did not receive an updated health assessment within 12 months of initial hire. Health assessment on file is dated 8.23.2024.
Facility person #7 did not receive an updated tuberculosis screening within 12 months of initial hire. Tuberculosis screening on file is dated 8.23.2024.
Documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR on file for facility person #2 did not include an updated pediatric first aid/CPR training. Previous training was completed on 3.10.2023. Facility person #6 does not have documentation of pediatric first aid/CPR on file within 90 days of hire.
Documentation on file for facility person #3, did not include an updated mandated reporter training. The mandated reporter training on file expired on 3.17.2026.
File for staff #4 did not include an updated FBI clearance. Current FBI clearance on file expired 10/21/20. Staff person #8 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The current training on file expired 9/12/25.
It was observed that a sound machine was attached to the side of a crib being used by an infant.
It was observed in the infant classroom, sound machines being used at high volume levels that could potentially prevent staff from being able to properly hear, direct and assess infants while sleeping in the cribs.
The director could not provide proof staff persons #1, #2, #6 and #7 received training regarding the facility's emergency plan at the time of initial employment. The director could not provide proof staff persons #3, #4, #5, and #8 received training regarding the facility's emergency plan on an annual basis and/or at the time of each plan update.
It was observed in the infant classroom, hand sanitizer was placed on a low toy shelf beside a crib and was accessible to children.
It was observed in the infant and young toddler classrooms that the telephone numbers of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control was not posted by each telephone in the facility.
It was observed in the bathroom in the infant classroom that there was no handwashing sign posted within the bathroom.
It was observed that a roll of plastic trash bags was being stored on a changing table used for infants and young toddlers making the plastic trash bags accessible to children while the changing table is utilized for changing diapers.
It was observed in the infant classroom, nap mats being used by young toddlers were not at least 2 feet of space on three sides. (this was corrected on site)
File for staff person #3 does not include a completed health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 3/23/23. File for staff person #4 does not include a completed health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 9/7/23. File for staff person #5 does not include a completed health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 10/11/23.
Operability of the fire detection devices were not tested every 30 days. Testing was documented to have lapsed 8/12/25-9/29/25, and 9/29/25-10/31/25.
The director could not provide proof staff persons #3, #4, #5, and #8 received fire safety training annually.
Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and CPR and the required Health and Safety training). Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and CPR and the required Health and Safety training). Staff person #6 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (required Health and Safety training). Staff person #7 has not completed the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): (Pediatric First Aid and CPR)
It was observed in the infant classroom that a written plan of daily activities was not posted within the child care space.
The facility does not provide to parents in writing the facility's general daily schedule, clothing, supervision and dismissal policies at the time of enrollment.
The agreements on file for children #1, #2, and #3 do not specify the services which are to be considered as extra.
The emergency contact information on file for child #1 does not include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
It was observed in the infant and young toddler classrooms that a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency was not displayed conspicuously in every child care space.
The emergency contact forms for children #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #6 include parent initials rather than parent signatures to give consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
The file for staff person #1 did not include proof of education prior to service at the facility. The file for staff person #2 did not include verification of child care experience prior to service at the facility.
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At the time of the investigation when completing one-on-one interviews, it was stated by four separate staff members that they have witnessed staff person #1 using an aggressive tone of voice towards infant children using harsh and demeaning language.
A school-age child was observed returning into the library unsupervised after utilizing the restroom. It was indicated by staff members that school-age children walk themselves to and from the restrooms without supervision. It was also observed that child #1 was coming to and from the Pre-k and Preschool B classrooms unsupervised while escorting preschool children to their families for dismissal from the program.
Staff person #1 could not identify the specific children to which they were assigned.
It was observed in the Pre-K classroom, disinfecting wipes and Expo spray that states keep out of reach of children was stored on a teacher's desk accessible to children.
There was no handwashing sign posted in the Pre-4 classroom bathroom.
It was observed in the Pre-4 classroom, a child did not wash their hands prior to eating a snack.
Individual file for staff person #4 does not include an updated health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 8/31/22. Individual file for staff person #5 does not include an updated health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 3/8/22.
It was observed in the Pre-4 classroom, a staff member did not wash their hands prior to serving snack to a child.
It was observed in the Preschool B classroom that emergency contact information was not present for the children receiving care in the space.
Individual files for staff persons #1, #2, and #3 do not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
Individual files for staff persons #2 and #6 do not include a written report of initial including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Individual staff files for staff persons #1 and #5 (DOH See LIS Code Sheet) do not include NSOR certificate. Individual staff file for staff person #6 (DOH, See LIS Code Shee) does not include DHS FBI clearance.
The director could not provide written documentation of an annual review and update of the emergency plan on file.
It was observed in the Pre-K classroom, disinfecting cleaning spray was kept in an unlocked cabinet under the sink and was accessible to children. (corrected on site)
Individual staff files for staff persons #6 and #7 do not include an initial health assessment. Individual staff files for staff person #2 does not include a completed health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 8/29/21. Individual staff files for staff person #3 does not include a completed health assessment at least 24 months after the previous health assessment dated 9/24/21.
The director could not provide proof that the emergency plan was sent to the county emergency management agency and the local municipality.
The facility does not have a policy and procedure in place to identify the prevention of shaken baby syndrome, abusive head trauma, and child maltreatment.
Staff persons #4 and #5 have not completed the required one-hour Pennsylvania health and safety update 2022 by December 30, 2022.
Staff persons #6, #7, #8, #9, and #10 have not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire. (See LIS Code Sheet) (Health and safety)
Staff persons #6 and #7 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
The emergency contact forms on file for children #1 and #3 do not include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 does not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 does not contained signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 does not contain signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
The emergency contact forms on file children #1 and #2 do not contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
The emergency contact form on file for child #1 does not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Individual staff files for staff persons #5, #6, #7, #9, #10, and #11 do not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at facility.
Individual staff files for staff persons #5 include initial health assessments, but do not include the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
Individual staff files for staff persons #6 and #7 do not contain two written nonfamily references attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
“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.
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Common questions
Has ST Joan of Arc School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Dec 15, 2025 (background checks): “File for staff #4 did not include an updated FBI clearance. Current FBI clearance on file expired 10/21/20. Staff person #8 did not complete mandated reporter training within 60 months of the previous training. The…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about ST Joan of Arc School?
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 ST Joan of Arc School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jul 8, 2022. 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 ST Joan of Arc School compare with other daycares in Hummelstown?
It is #4 of 5 centers in Hummelstown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 82% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was ST Joan of Arc School last inspected?
Apr 10, 2026 (unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
Who runs ST Joan of Arc School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Joan Of Arc Parish And School Charitable Trust.
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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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