Sunshine Day Care Center
Sunshine Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Feasterville Trevose, PA, with capacity for 135 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 51 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (30 of 51). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #13 of 15 centers in Feasterville Trevose and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the Inspection, Staff 1 had a state police clearance that was "under review" status.
The emergency contact form for facility child #1 did not include the work addresses and telephone number of the enrolling parents.
The emergency contact and agreement forms for facility children #1 - #7 were not reviewed and updated at least every six months.
Facility staff #1 did not complete pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
At the time of inspection on 6/25/2024, Certification Representative observed that emergency contact forms in the classrooms were not updated at least once every six months as required.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed peeled paint in the young toddler room, the bathroom in the kindergarten room and peach bathroom in the hallway.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed the sink in the Young Toddlers room did not have a handwashing sign above the sink. Corrected on site 5/17/2023.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #4's health report was not within the 12-month time period. It was dated 3/22/2022.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3, #6, #7, and #8's health reports did not include verification of the influenza vaccine. Observed child #5's health report stated the child is under vaccinated.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed staff person #1's health assessment on file was not within the 24-month time frame. It was dated 4/22/2021.
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During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed the facility did not have a Shaken Baby Syndrome policy and the emergency plan did not address continuity of operations.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #6's file did not include an agreement signed by the operator and the parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3's agreement did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3 and #7's agreement did not specify the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3 and #7's agreement did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #1, #2, #3 and #7's agreement did not specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3's emergency contact information did not include the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #6's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3 and #5's emergency contact information did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #3 and #6's emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #1, #2, #4, #5, #6 and #8's emergency contact information and financial agreements were not updated within the 6-month period.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #1, #3 and #7's records did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child and signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed child #1, #3 and #7's records did not contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/17/2023 observed staff person #2's file did not include verification of professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/23/2022 observed staff person #1's file did not include National Sex Offender Registry and mandated reporter training.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/23/2022 observed staff person #1's file did not include training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/23/2022 observed staff person #1's file did not include an initial health assessment including the results of initial tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/23/2022 observed staff person #1's file did not include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the allocated unannounced monitoring inspection conducted on 9/23/2022 observed staff person #1's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #2's file did not include mandated reporter training. Observed staff person #5's file did not contain the FBI clearance and the National Sex Offender Registry.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #3, #4 and #6's file did not contain emergency plan training verification at the time of initial employment.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed the exit in the Young Toddlers room was obstructed.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed the rest equipment in the Older Toddlers 1 room was not labeled for the use of a specific child.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #9's last health assessment was completed on 9/18/2020.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #6's health assessment was not signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CNRP.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed the menu was not posted in a conspicuous location.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #3 and #4's files did not include a written evaluation within the 12 month time frame.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed the Pre K 1 room did not have a daily schedule posted.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #1, #2, #3, #5, #7, #8, #9 and #10's agreements did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week and the date on which the fee is to be paid.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, and #10's agreements did not include the services to be provided to the family and the child.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #1, #2, #3, #4, #5, #6, #7, #8, #9 and #10's agreements did not specify the date of the child's admission.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #1, #4, #5, #7, #8 and #9's emergency contact information did not include the work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed #1, #2, #7 and #9's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #5, #6, #7 and #8's emergency contact information did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed the emergency transport of a child to emergency care plan was not posted in the Young Toddlers room.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #5 and #10's record did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care of the child and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed child #5 and #10's record did not contain signed parent consent for transportation and walking excursions.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #1's record did not include a written report initial health assessment.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #5's record did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #2's file did not contain professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection conducted on 4/08/2022 observed staff person #3 and #4's files did not contain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $60.00 | $48.00 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $56.00 | $48.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $55.00 | $48.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $55.00 | $48.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $55.00 | $48.00 |
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
Common questions
Has Sunshine Day Care Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Jun 18, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the Inspection, Staff 1 had a state police clearance that was "under review" status.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Sunshine Day Care Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Sunshine Day Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Sunshine Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 2, effective Jul 16, 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 Sunshine Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Feasterville Trevose?
It is #13 of 15 centers in Feasterville Trevose by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Sunshine Day Care Center last inspected?
Jun 18, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Sunshine Day Care Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $60.00 for young toddler, $56.00 for older toddler, $55.00 for preschool, $55.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Sunshine Day Care Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Sunshine Education INC.
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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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