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ST Pauls Episcopal Church

Education Wing School, Doylestown, PA 18901 · Bucks County
2 core-safety citations in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

ST Pauls Episcopal Church is a certified child care center in Doylestown, PA, with capacity for 27 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 24 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for emergency preparedness (6 of 24). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 2 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #22 of 23 centers in Doylestown and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#22 of 23 centers in Doylestown
6 Core-safety citations
18 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
24 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 29, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 29, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 7, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 15, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 21, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Apr 20, 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

Emergency preparedness 6
Health & medication 5
Background checks 3
Records & paperwork 3
Building & playground safety 3
Supervision 2
Staff ratios 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on January 29. 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a Child Abuse clearance within 60 months of previous Child abuse clearance (dated 7-21-20)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2026): “Facility person #1 may not work in a childcare position until all documents required under the CPSL are obtained and on file at the facility.”
Core safety Jan 29, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
During renewal inspection on January 29. 2026, certification representative observed a child enter the bathroom unsupervised from 10:30 am until 10:38 am.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 12, 2026): “Staff will be sure to supervise all children at all times, including when in the bathroom.”
Citation Jan 29, 2026 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)
During renewal inspection on January 29. 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a current health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2026): “Provider has obtained an updated health assessment.”
Core safety Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on February 7, 2025, the record of staff #2 did not contain a complete PA State Police clearance (contained PA State police RAP sheet, but did not include the PA State Police cover page).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Provider has acquired the additional documentation.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
During renewal inspection on February 7, 2025, the record of child #1 did not contain a health assessment within 12 months of previous health assessment (dated 5-15-23).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Provider has obtained an updated health assessment from the child's parent.”
Citation Feb 7, 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)
During renewal inspection on February 7, 2025, the record of staff #1 did not contain a health assessment conducted within 24 months of the previous health assessment (dated 3-17-22).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Staff member will obtain an updated health assessment.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During renewal inspection on February 7, 2025, the fire drill log indicated that a fire drill was not conducted within 60 days (dated 11-5-24).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Provider has conducted a fire drill.”
Citation Feb 7, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
During renewal inspection on February 7, 2025, the emergency contact forms of children #2 and #3 were not updated at least once in a 6 month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 13, 2025): “Provider has had parents review and sign for 6 month review.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Staff ratios
Mixed Age Level 55 Pa. Code §3270.52
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, Certification representative observed 18 total children (youngest 2 years old) outside with staff #1 and #3 at 11:45 am.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will ensure that enough staff are always present with the children to maintain ratio.”
Core safety Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, certification representative observed children being sent outside through the empty hallway unattended at 11:44 am. Staff were unable to identify how many children were present on site at the time of inspection - staff #1 and #3 were unable to identify how many children were outside with them at 11:44 am, and staff #2 was unable to identify how many total children were present that day.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will ensure all children are supervised at all times and that staff are able to identify how many children are present at the facility.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the operator did not have documentation in writing of an annual emergency plan review.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “The emergency plan will be reviewed and updated immediately.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “The emergency plan was posted in every classroom and in the office.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the water temperature measured at 118°F in the girls bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “The facilities manager has adjusted the temperature so that it does not exceed 110°F.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
On excursions/Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(d)/3270.124(d)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, Certification representative observed staff #1 and #3 outside with 18 total children, and did not have a first-aid kit or emergency contact information outside with them.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will ensure that the first-aid kit and emergency contact forms are taken outside.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the record of child #2 did not include a health report within 12 months of previous health report (dated 1-9-23).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider has obtained a new health assessment for this child.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the facility emergency plan did not provide accommodations for toddlers or children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider has added accommodations for toddlers and children with chronic medical conditions to the emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the facility emergency plan did not provide accommodations for lockdown.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider has added necessary information to the emergency plan and placed it in the binder.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the operator did not have documentation that a copy of the emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Provider will send the emergency plan to the local municipality and county emergency management agency.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the record of child #3 did not contain a health report within 60 days of attendance (contained immunization record only).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider has obtained an updated health assessment from the child's parent.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy, and the facility emergency plan did not address Continuity of Operations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2024): “Provider has created the required policies and placed them into a binder.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the emergency contact information of children #1, 2, and 3 did not include the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider has obtained this information from the children's parents.”
Citation Feb 15, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During renewal inspection on February 15, 2024, the records of staff #1, 2 and 3 did not contain documentation of 12 hours of annual child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2024): “Provider will obtain documentation of training for all staff and place it in their files.”
Citation Mar 21, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
The water at the bathroom and classroom sinks exceeded 110 degrees. This could cause a hazard to the childrne while washing hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2023): “The water will be turned down and kept below 110 degrees.”
Core safety Apr 20, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of the inspection, staff #1-3 (all staff employed at the facility) did not have written proof of complying with the CPSL requirements. Staff were missing written proof of FBI and NSOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2022): “All staff will have have written proof of complying with the CPSL requirements.”

“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 27 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Mar 23, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Mar 25, 2020 · what STARS means
Operator Montessori Development Center INC
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00253669
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Common questions

Has ST Pauls Episcopal Church 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 Jan 29, 2026 (background checks): “During renewal inspection on January 29. 2026, the record of staff #1 did not contain a Child Abuse clearance within 60 months of previous Child abuse clearance (dated 7-21-20)” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about ST Pauls Episcopal Church?

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

What is ST Pauls Episcopal Church’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Mar 25, 2020. 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 Pauls Episcopal Church compare with other daycares in Doylestown?

It is #22 of 23 centers in Doylestown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was ST Pauls Episcopal Church last inspected?

Jan 29, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs ST Pauls Episcopal Church?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Montessori Development Center INC.

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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