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ST Philip Neri School

3015 Chestnut St, Lafayette Hill, PA 19444 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 1

ST Philip Neri School is a certified child care center in Lafayette Hill, PA, with capacity for 107 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 3 times. The state cited 43 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 43). 7 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #400 of 403 centers in Montgomery County and has more citations per inspection than 96% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 96% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. Among the most cited
Tied for #400 of 403 centers in Montgomery County
2 Core-safety citations
41 Other citations
3 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
43 citations from 3 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 7 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 3, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 3, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 16, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 25, 2024 · 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 12
Building & playground safety 9
Training & qualifications 8
Emergency preparedness 5
Transportation 3
Health & medication 3
Background checks 2
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/25, unused outlets were observed in the library room and art room that did not have protective covers in them,
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Staff will be reminded that all outlets that are not in used must have protective covers in them.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, items such as hand sanitizer were observed in the music room and art room, and Lysol wipes were observed on a cart in the library. All items were accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “All toxic items were removed or relocated during the inspection, so no toxic items were accessible to children.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Lidded waste receptacles 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(i)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, trashcans in the downstairs bathrooms were observed without lids.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “Trashcans with lids will be purchased, or existing trashcans with lids will be switched out and placed in the bathrooms.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, the facility's safe routes, which include safe drop off and pick up procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location for parents to see.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “The safe pick up and drop off procedures will be posted in a conspicuous location for parents to see.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations/Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)/3270.27(d)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, the facility's current certificate of compliance and the facility's emergency plan were not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “The facility's certificate of compliance and the facility's emergency plan will be posted or put in a binder in a conspicuous location so parents can easily access and see this information.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, the facility did not have a current copy of the general liability insurance on file. The most recent copy expired 12/15/25
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “The director will request a copy of the current general liability insurance policy.”
Citation Jun 3, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At time of renewal inspection on 6/3/26, the facility's written plan for identifying how a child will be transported to emergency care was not posted in each child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2026): “The written plan (medical transport plan) will be created and posted in each child care space and will be taken along on any excursions away from the facility.”
Core safety May 16, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At the time of inspection, file of staff person #2 contained an FBI clearance more than 60 months old; FBI clearance on file for staff person #2 was dated 02/05/2017; file of staff person #3 did not contain a PA State Police clearance nor a Child Abuse clearance; NSOR on file for staff person #3 was more than 60 months old; NSOR on file for staff person #3 was dated 11/06/2019.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff persons #2 and #3 files have been updated, and notification has been given to update any necessary clearances to keep on file.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At the time of inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of Emergency Plan Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff person #3 has been added to our yearly emergency training and documentation.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At the time of inspection, there were missing outlet covers in the Spanish, Computer, and Pre-K classrooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “Covers have been placed where needed and more outlet covers have been ordered for the remaining outlets.”
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Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
At the time of inspection, there were Clorox wipes in the Pre-K classroom bathroom that was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “Clorox wipes have been placed out of the reach of children.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At the time of inspection, the Pre-K classroom first aid kit was missing gauze, tape and soap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “Missing items have been added to the PreK classroom first-aid kit.”
Citation May 16, 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, staff person #2 did not have a health assessment on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff person #2 has been notified to update the current health assessment on file.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
At the time of inspection, staff person #3 did not have documentation of TB test results on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff person #3 has been notified to update the current documentation of TB test results.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
At the time of inspection, the facility's pick up and drop off procedures were not posted in a conspicuous location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Drop off and pick up procedures will be posted once the updates are finalized.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
At the time of inspection, evacuation routes were not posted on each level of the facility in conspicuous locations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “Evacuation routes are being updated ad then will be placed in conspicuous locations on each level of the school.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
At the time of inspection, there was no documentation of the facility's Emergency Plan being forwarded to the local municipality or county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Documentation of the school's emergency plan will be forwarded to the appropriate agencies.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation of the local traffic safety authorities being notified of the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Drop off and pick up routes are currently being updated and will then be forwarded to local authorities as required.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation of a written policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment. Staff person #2 Mandated Reporter Training on file was expired as of 11.19.2022. Training on file was dated 11.19.2017. Staff person #5 did not have documentation of Mandated Reporter Training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Written policy on Shaken Baby Syndrome, Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment is currently being composed. Staff person #2 and #5 have been notified to update trainings.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
At the time of inspection, the facility did not have documentation of liability insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 11, 2025): “Liability insurance has been requested.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
At the time of inspection, staff persons #1 through #5 did not have fire safety training on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Fire Safety Training will be conducted annually for employees by a fire protection professional. This year (2025) will be in place for the beginning of the school year.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
At the time of inspection, children #1-4 did not have a Financial Agreement on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 5, 2026): “Financial Agreements for files of children #1-#4, have been completed by operator and parents and are on file at the school.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
At the time of inspection, children #1, #2 and #4 Emergency Contact Forms did not include the parent work addresses or work telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Emergency Contact forms for children #1, 2 and 4 have been corrected and updated.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
At the time of inspection, children #1 and #3 Emergency Contact Forms did not contain written parental consent for Emergency Medical Care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Emergency Contact Forms for children #1 and 3 have been updated to provide written consent from a parent for Emergency Medical Care.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
At the time of inspection, child #1 Emergency Contact Form did not have an address or telephone number for the authorized release person listed. Child #2 Emergency Contact Form did not list the authorized release person's address.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “All above forms for children #1 and 2 have been updated.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
At the time of inspection, there was not a written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency posted conspicuously in each childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 24, 2025): “A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in an emergency is being updated and will then be posted.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
At the time of inspection, children #1 and #3 Emergency Contact Forms did not contain written parental consent for the administration of minor first-aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Emergency Contact Forms for children #1 and #, have been completed and updated with written parental consent given for the administration of minor first aid.”
Citation May 16, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At the time of inspection, staff person #5 only had 1 out the 2 required nonfamily references on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 25, 2025): “Staff person #5 has been notified to add a nonfamily reference to file.”
Core safety Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons# 3,16,17, and 19 files did not include NSOR clearance, staff person#13 file did not include State police clearance, staff person# 19 file did not include FBI clearance, staff person#16 did not include required New Jersey State police clearance or child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Provider will have staff person# 3,16,17, and 19 obtain NSOR; staff person# 13 obtain Stat police clearance; staff person#19 obtain FBI clearance; staff person# 16 obtain New Jersy State police and Child abuse clearance.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons# 1 through 19 files did not include verification of emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Provider conducted emergency plan training for the facility on 5/1/24. Attendance sheet will be emailed to Cert Rep and placed in staff's file.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 it was observed in classroom#1 children's bathroom Clorox wipes, cleaning spray, was in the reach of children.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “All materials in the children's bathroom in classroom#1 were removed and now in a place out of the reach of children.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 the child care space did not display emergency telephone numbers.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “An emergency phone list will be placed in each classroom, and pictures will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 classroom#1 first aid kit did not include tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Tweezers will be placed in the first aid kit located in classroom#1”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.151(c)(2)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff person# 8 and 17 files did not include a health assessment; staff person# 5,15, and 19 files did not include health assessment or TB screening; staff person#10 and 12 files did not include verification of completed TB screening.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Staff person# 8, and 17 will schedule an appointment to complete a physical; staff person#5,15, and 19 will get TB verification from their doctor. Verification will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Potentially hazardous food refrigerated 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(d)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 children's lunches were being kept in the classroom cubby's with ice packs.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Refrigerator space has been dedicated for pre-K lunches and snacks. System set in place for refrigerator space.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff person#17 file did not include 1 hour health and safety updated training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Staff person#17 will complete updated health and safety training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons # 1through 13, and 15,18, and 19 files did not include fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Staff person # 1 through 13, 15, 18, and 19 will complete fire safety training and confirmation will be forward to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff person# 6 and 19 files did not include completed health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Staff person # 6 and 19 will be required to complete health and safety training and completion certificates will be forward to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the initial inspection conducted staff person# 1,9, and 19 has not completed the mandated reporter training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Staff persons# 1 and 19 will complete the required completed mandated reporter training, and verification of completion will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons# 1,2,6,7,9,13,17, and 19 files did not include annual evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “All required staff persons will receive an annual evaluation completed and completed verification will be sent to Cert Rep.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons# 3 through 5, and 8, 10,11,13,14, 18, and 19 files did not include verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “All staff will be require to submit proof of education and or prior work experience”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 staff persons # 1 through 16, 19 files did not include 2 nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “All required staff will submit a nonfamily reference and this documentation will be sent to Cert Rep”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification
Citation Apr 25, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During the initial inspection conducted on 4/25/24 Staff person # 1 through 19 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric First Aid CPR training within 90 days of their date of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (accepted, May 21, 2024): “Provider will ensure that all staff have updated documentation of Pediatric first aid/CPR training.”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Needs Verification

“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

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial Jan 29, 2026
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

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.

About this center

Capacity 107 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jul 22, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator ST Philip Neri Church
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00258103
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Common questions

Has ST Philip Neri School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 2 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 May 16, 2025 (background checks): “At the time of inspection, file of staff person #2 contained an FBI clearance more than 60 months old; FBI clearance on file for staff person #2 was dated 02/05/2017; file of staff person #3 did not contain a PA State…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about ST Philip Neri School?

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

What is ST Philip Neri School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jul 22, 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 ST Philip Neri School compare with other daycares in Montgomery County?

It is tied for #400 of 403 centers in Montgomery County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 96% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was ST Philip Neri School last inspected?

Jun 3, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs ST Philip Neri School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is ST Philip Neri Church.

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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