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Pennsylvania · Boyertown

ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente

244 Koch Rd, Boyertown, PA 19512 · Berks County
Keystone STAR 4

ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente is a certified child care center in Boyertown, PA, with capacity for 117 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 38 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 38). 16 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #2 of 7 centers in Boyertown and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 66% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#2 of 7 centers in Boyertown
4 Core-safety citations
34 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
38 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 16 in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 9, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 11, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 30, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Sep 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 5, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 21, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 9
Training & qualifications 8
Building & playground safety 6
Health & medication 5
Emergency preparedness 4
Background checks 4
Food & feeding 1
Transportation 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 it was noted that the emergency plan did not address the roles and responsibilities of the facility volunteers. It was reported by the operator that the facility does have volunteers currently.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “In order to operate in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations, the Emergency plan will be updated to address volunteer emergency preparedness. The roles and responsibilities of volunteers will be added to the Emergency plan along with any additional training, drills and…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26 Cert Rep observed the facility emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The center will post the Emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location on the bulletin board at the main entrance of the building.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
During a renewal inspection on 9/10/26 Cert rep observed the first aid kit in the Tyke's Room (room 2) was on an accessible shelf.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “In compliance with PA code 3270.75 (B) first aid kits must be inaccessible to children. The first aid kit that was on a low shelf in the Tyke room was made inaccessible to the Tyke children and placed on a high hook.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During a renewal inspection on 9/10/26 Cert rep observed the refrigerator in the 3's room (Room 5) did not have a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator, in the 3 year old classroom, and the temperature was measured at below 45 degrees F to comply with the PA Code 3270.107.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 Infant Child 2's most recent health report was dated 2/18/26, which is more than 6 month ago. See LIS code sheet for date of birth.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The center will obtain from the parent an updated health report for infant child #2. The center obtained an updated health form from the parent dated 8/31/26. If a parent does not provided a updated health report a child will be dismissed.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Name on bottle/Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(3)/3270.133(5)
During a renewal inspection on 9/10/26 Cert rep observed Honest brand diaper rash cream exp date 2/2022, and Butt Paste exp date 12/2025 in the 2's Room(Room 4). Additionally Cert rep observed a child's Children's Motrin which was not labeled with the child's name in the 2's Room(Room 4).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “These creams and medications were removed from the childcare space and returned to the parents. Medication that is stored at the center shall be inspected regularly to assure that the container identify the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. The medication that did not have the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Surfaces cleaned 55 Pa. Code §3270.135(b)
During a renewal inspection on 9/10/26 Cert rep observed tears in the edges of the diaper changing mat in the Tykes Room (Room 2). These tears prevent proper sanitation as the interior foam is exposed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “The diaper mat in the Tyke room was taped to assure that the diaper changing surface could be properly cleaned and sanitized.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 Staff person 1 did not complete the following required pre- service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid and CPR. This is evidenced by Pediatric First Aid and CPR training certificate dated 1/20/26. Staff Person 1 was reported to work as staff between their 90th day of hire, and 1/20/26.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “Staff Person #1 did not complete the pre-service training; Pediatric First Aid & CPR with in 90 days of their date of hire. However, Staff Person #1 did receive training on 1/20/2026 to be in compliance with regulations.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Given parents in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.121(b)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 it was reported that the daily schedule was not being provided to parents in writing at the time of enrollment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “Classroom information will be provided at initial enrollment to include a welcome letter, a written classroom schedule and relevant details to ensure a successful introduction into a particular program.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)/3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection 9/9/26-9/10/26 Child 2's fee agreement did not have the fee amount. Additionally Children 4, 5, 6, 7, & 9's fee agreements did not list the children's date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Current files will be reviewed and child #2 will have a weekly fee added to their fee agreement form. Children # 4,5,6,7& 9 will have their initial dates of admission added to the fee agreements.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During a renewal inspection 9/9/26-9/10/26 Child 2 did not have a DHS approved assessment of the child's grow and development, or Child Service Report. Child 2 has been enrolled for more than 6 months. See LIS code sheet for Date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “As per the regulation PA Code 3270.123(a)(3) information was provided to the family of child #2 about the child's growth and development using a Child Service Report. The assessment was completed on 9/10/26 and the parent signed the form on 9/16/26. The child's date of admission was provided by the…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During a renewal inspection 9/9/26-9/10/26 Children 1, 3 & 5's fee agreement did not have the release persons listed.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “A statement was added to the Agreement form to read "See Emergency Contact form for all release persons." for the children #1, #3 & #5. The release person a listed on all children's emergency contact forms, including those listed here.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Each child emergency contact person/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)/3270.124(b)(7)
During a renewal inspection 9/9/26-9/10/26 Child 3's emergency contact did not have Emergency contact persons names, and Children 3 & 6's emergency contact did not have phone numbers or contact information for any emergency contacts. Child 3's emergency contact form did not have release person names, addresses, and phone numbers, and Child 6's emergency contact form did not have release person phone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “The parents of child #3 will be approached to designate an emergency contact person to whom the child can be released other than a parent. Child #3 and Child # 6 will have complete information to include: name, address, telephone number for the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(b)(3)
During a renewal inspection 9/9/26-9/10/26 the following information was not included on the respective children's emergency contact forms: Child 2: name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care & parent's work address and work phone number Child 4: address of the child's physician or source of medical care & parent's work phone number Child 6: parent's work phone number Child 8: parent's work phone number
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “Parents will be contacted to update and complete their child's Emergency contact forms to include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care as well as the home & work addresses and telephone numbers. Child #2 will update physician information, parent…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Dated signature affixed 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)/3270.181(d)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 Child 2's most recent parent review of emergency contact information and fee agreement was dated 1/19/26, which is more than 6 months ago. Child 5's most recent emergency contact information did not have a parent signature following the review, or a date the review was completed so it's unknown if this was more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, Sep 18, 2026): “The center will require Child # 2 and Child # 5 to immediately update their Emergency contact form and fee agreement to comply with the regulation 3270.181(c & d) and review and update their Emergency contact and Agreement forms.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Sep 9, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Assistant Group Supervisor qualifications/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During a renewal inspection on 9/9/26-9/10/26 Staff Person 2 had a high school diploma on file. It was reported in other documentation in the file that Staff Person # 2 had a Bachelor of Arts in Education, however there was not acceptable verification of this available in the file. Additionally it was reported in Staff Person 2's file that Staff Person 2 had previous Child Care experience, however this was self reported by the staff, and not verified by a a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity. Staff Person 2 has been working as an AGS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 18, 2026): “All staff will at least qualify as an aide with a High School Diploma on file including Staff #2 and staff will not work in a position that experience is not verified and on file. Staff # 2 provided the College diploma from Kutztown University with a Bachelor of Science in Education, Elementary…”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Show 22 older citations
Core safety Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 Facility Person 16 had FBI clearance dated 11/17/24 and NSOR clearance dated 2/11/25, which are after the volunteer's first day with children. Volunteer 16 had FBI request date 11/15/24(after first day with children), and NSOR request dated 10/16/24(before first day with children), however Facility Person 16 was working as a volunteer and was not able to be provisionally hired. (See LIS code sheet for first day with children).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Facility Person 16 has FBI clearance dated 11/17/24 and NSOR clearance dated 2/11/25.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 Staff 9 had emergency plan trainings dated 6/10/24 and 7/18/25, which is more than 12 months between trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Staff 9 had emergency plan training 7/18/25.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.74/3270.111(b)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 Cert rep observed the telephone number of the nearest hospital, police department, fire department, ambulance and poison control center was not posted by the telephone in Room 1. Cert rep observed the daily schedule was not posted in Rooms 1 and 6.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “The daily activities were posted in room 1 and 6. The emergency telephone numbers were posted by the phone in Room 1.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Written emergency plan posted/Manufacturer's instructions used 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)/3270.175(c)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25-9/17/25 Cert rep observed Rooms 1 and 6 did not have the facility emergency medical transportation plan posted. Cert rep observed the Ford Transit 350 did not have the emergency medical transportation plan present. It was reported staff would not have been taking the emergency medical transportation plan with them when using the Ford Transit 350 to transport children to and from school. Cert rep observed the Ford Transit 350 did not have the manufacture instructions present for the child booster seats that were used in this vehicle.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “The emergency medical transportation plan was posted in Room 1 and 6, and was added to the Ford Transit 350. The manufacturing instructions for the booster seats were added to the the Ford Transit 350.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25 it was noted that the most recent health report for Child 8, an older toddler, was dated 4/23/24, which is more than 12 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2025): “Director will inform the parents of Child 8 to provide a valid health assessment. Parent will provide a health assessment by the correction date.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 it was noted the following staff had more than 24 months between their health assessments. Staff 2 (2/7/23 & 3/17/25), Staff 3 (3/23/23 & 5/8/25), Staff 4 (3/6/23 & 4/21/25), Staff 8 (7/22/22 & 8/23/24), Staff 10 (2/3/23 and 3/24/25), and Staff 15 (6/8/22 & 8/22/25). Staff 15 was on leave from 8/23/24-6/2/25 and returned to providing care 6/9/25. It was reported Staff 2, 3, 4, 8, and 10 worked in a childcare role between the date when their previous health assessment expired and when the new health assessment was obtained.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Staff health assessments were completed on the following dates: Staff 2 (3/17/25), Staff 3 (5/8/25), Staff 4 (4/21/25), Staff 8 (8/23/24), Staff 10 (3/24/25), and Staff 15 (8/22/25).”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 the following staff did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Staff 6 (Pediatric first aid and CPR), and Staff 14 (PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 and Part 2). Staff 6 completed Pediatric first aid and CPR on 1/8/25, and Staff 14 completed PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 on 4/22/25 and Part 2 on 6/1/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Staff 6 completed Pediatric first aid and CPR on 1/8/25, and Staff 14 completed PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Part 1 on 4/22/25 and Part 2 on 6/1/25.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 Cert rep noted the following staff had more than 12 months between their staff evaluations: Staff 1(9/1/23 & 9/1/25), Staff 5 (11/28/23 & 8/29/25), Staff 7 (9/3/23 & 9/3/25), Staff 11 (11/20/23 & 8/7/25), Staff 12 (12/7/23 & 8/28/25), and Staff 15 (5/13/24 & 9/5/25).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Staff have valid evaluations on file dated respectively: Staff 1(9/1/25), Staff 5 (8/29/25), Staff 7 (9/3/25), Staff 11 (8/7/25), Staff 12 (8/28/25), and Staff 15 (9/5/25).”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons/Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)/3270.123(a)(6)
During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25 Child 6 did not have the release persons on their fee agreement. Children 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, and 10's fee agreements did not list their date of admission.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “Date of admission was added to Children 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, and 10's fee agreements. Release Person information was added to Child 6's fee agreement.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
During a renewal inspection on 9/17/25 it was noted Child 2's emergency contact form and fee agreement were most recent reviewed by the child's parent on 2/11/25, which is more than 6 months ago.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2025): “Director will review emergency contact form and fee agreement with Child 2's parents and have them sign the forms.”
Citation Sep 11, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(a)
During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 it was noted Facility Person 17 is a volunteer and was 15 years old at date of hire. See LIS code sheet for Date of hire and date of birth.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 17, 2025): “Facility Person 17 is a volunteer and is now 16 years old.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During an unannounced inspection on 4/30/25 Cert rep observed Desitin and butt paste in an unlocked accessible cabinet under the changing table in the infant room and Start Right water conditioner and Sludge destroyer in an unlocked cabinet under the sink in the big room. These items are labeled "keep out of reach of children."
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2025): “Items marked "keep out of reach of children" infant products were locked in the changing table cabinet. Cleaning items that were marked "keep out of reach of children" in the big room were immediately made inaccessible to the children.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During an unannounced inspection on 4/30/25 Cert rep observed Plastic bags and gloves on the changing table in the infant room. Children in this room may still be putting things in their mouths. These items would be accessible while the children are being changed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2025): “The plastic bags and gloves on the changing table in the infant room were immediately made inaccessible to the children.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
During an unannounced inspection on 4/30/25 Cert rep noted 3 incidents of more than 30 days between fire detection testing: 10/9/24-12/9/24, 12/9/24-2/7/24, and 3/5/25-4/30/25.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2025): “The Director or designated person will test the manual fire detection system within every 30 days.”
Citation Apr 30, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During unannounced inspection on 4/30/25 Staff person 1 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): PA Required Health and Safety training. This is evidence by PA Required Health and Safety training dated 10/2/24
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2025): “The staff person 1 completed the required professional development PA HEalth and Safety training on day 91 of their date of hire.”
Core safety Sep 26, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #1 has a volunteer state police clearance dated 8/23/23, and a volunteer child abuse clearance dated 8/29/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “Staff person #1 was suspended as an employee until which time she attained an employee state police and child abuse clearance.”
Citation Sep 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
The facility does not have a policy to address continuity of operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 10, 2024): “The center has created a continuity plan of operations that will be placed in policy, implemented into emergency training and presented to parents on September 11th every year as part of the center's emergency procedures.”
Core safety Sep 5, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
On 9/5/2023, the review of staff files showed that the FBI clearance for Staff #1 was not requested until 8/25/2023. The child abuse clearance on file was for Staff #1 was dated 8/29/2023. The completed National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance on file for Staff #2 was dated 8/23/2023. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 5, 2023): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection. The NSOR for Staff #2 was requested well before she started working here with children.”
Core safety Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff #1 had all required clearances on file except the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) at the time of hire. The NSOR was requested prior. However, the completed NSOR clearance still had not been received as of 9/21/2022. Staff #1 is well beyond the 45 day provisional hire period. See LIS code sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 17, 2022): “Staff #1 has been suspended from employment until the completed NSOR clearance is on file.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
The fire detection log at the facility is currently up to date. However, the log shows that the system has not been getting tested at least once every 30 days during the previous 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): The required pre-service health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”
Citation Sep 21, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
Staff person #2 and #3 have not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 29, 2022): “This was already corrected at the time of the inspection.”

“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) $50.00 $44.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $50.00 $44.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $47.00 $41.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $44.00 $38.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $41.00 $36.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $38.00 $31.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $38.00 $31.00

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 117 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Dec 7, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since Nov 15, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator St Josephs Hill Ev Lutheran Church
Hours Monday–Friday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 367-1980
State certificate # CER-00245185
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Common questions

Has ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Sep 11, 2025 (background checks): “During a renewal inspection on 9/11/25 Facility Person 16 had FBI clearance dated 11/17/24 and NSOR clearance dated 2/11/25, which are after the volunteer's first day with children. Volunteer 16 had FBI request date…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective Nov 15, 2025. 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 Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente compare with other daycares in Boyertown?

It is #2 of 7 centers in Boyertown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente last inspected?

Sep 9, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $50.00 for newborn, $50.00 for infant, $47.00 for young toddler, $44.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs ST Josephs Hill Lutheran Church Day Care Cente?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is St Josephs Hill Ev Lutheran Church.

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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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