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Temple Sinai

1401 Limekiln Pike, Dresher, PA 19025 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 2

Temple Sinai is a certified child care center in Dresher, PA, with capacity for 165 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 36 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 3 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 5 centers in Dresher and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#4 of 5 centers in Dresher
1 Core-safety citations
35 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
36 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 3 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 12, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Feb 12, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Aug 8, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 20, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jan 26, 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

Building & playground safety 9
Training & qualifications 9
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 5
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Feb 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
At time of inspection, room #2 was missing bandages in their first aid kits.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2026): “At time of inspection when notified there were no bandages in the first aid kit several were added to the first aid kit.”
Citation Feb 12, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
At time of inspection, the older toddler children in room #4 were using floom tactile materials that are made from Styrofoam which could cause a choking hazard to children in this age group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 12, 2026): “When this concern was brought to the attention of the director, the Floom tactile materials have been removed from the space and shall no longer be used with this age group of children in facility.”
Citation Feb 12, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
At time of inspection, staff person #1 had 11 out of the 12 hours of childcare training, staff person #2 had 10 out of 12 hours of childcare training documented in their records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 3, 2026): “Both staff persons # 1 and # shall complete all 12 hours of childcare training and they shall be documented in their records as required per regulations.”
Citation Aug 8, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
At time of inspection, there was chipped paint all around the doorway inside young toddler classroom across from Director's office.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 3, 2025): “The chipped paint in the young toddler room shall be repaired and there shall be no chipped paint in facility.”
Core safety Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
At time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have a current NSOR certificate (expired 2/27/25) documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “Staff person #2 shall renewal her NSOR certificate and it shall be documented in her record once received.”
Citation Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
At time of inspection, there were missing electrical outlet covers in the hallway used by children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “The outlet covers have been covered and shall remain covered when children are in care at facility.”
Citation Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.76/3270.77(a)
At time of inspection, observed chipped paint on the window ceils in room# 4, 8 and 10. In addition, one of the coat cubbies in the upstairs hallway used by children was not mounted to prevent it from being a falling hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “The paint on all of the window ceils shall be touched up and the cubbies used by the children shall be mounted to prevent it from being a falling hazard.”
Citation Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
At time of inspection, several rooms did not have the appropriate 2 feet of space required for cots that were in use by the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “The spacing requirement shall be reviewed with staff to ensure that all rest equipment when in use is properly spaced with 2 ft of space on three sides as required per regulations.”
Citation Feb 27, 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 time of inspection, staff person #4 did not have a current health assessment with negative TB screening documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “Staff person #4 shall have a required health assessment with negative TB screening and it shall be documented in her record as required per regulations.”
Citation Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At time of inspection, staff person # 3 did not have proof of experience to qualify her for the position of assistant group supervisor at facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “Staff person #3 shall provide proof of experience to help qualify her for the position of AGS at facility and it shall be documented in her record as required.”
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Citation Feb 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
At time of inspection, staff person #1only had 7 out of 12 required childcare training hours documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2025): “Staff person #1 shall obtain additional childcare training hours to ensure that she has 12 required childcare training hours documented in their record.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
At time of inspection, staff persons #4 and #5 did not have documented training regarding the facility emergency plan documented in their records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The director shall ensure that both staff persons # 4 and #5 receive emergency plan training.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Running water - diapering 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(j)
At time of inspection, the diaper changing areas in room #5 and #7 was not close to a source of running water.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The changing table in room # 5 shall be moved closer to the bathroom where a sink is present for immediate hand washing. In addition, the diapering table in room # 7 shall be removed and children in that room shall be taken to the bathroom for toileting and/or diapering.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
At time of inspection, staff person #2, 4 and 5 did not have proof of education and/or experience documented in their records to help qualify them for their positions as Assistant Group Supervisors at facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “All staff listed shall provide proof of education and/or experience to help qualify them for their positions at facility as required per regulations.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)/3270.124(f)
At time of inspection, the parents of children #1 and #2 did not have updated reviews of their children's emergency contact and agreement forms signed/ updated in the last 6 months. In addition, the parents of child # 4 did not provide the physician's name, address and phone number listed on their child's emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “The parents of children # 1 and #2 shall provide an updated/signed emergency contact and agreement form for their child. In addition, the parents of child # 3 shall provide the missing physician information and document the information on their child's emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
At time of inspection, staff person #5 did not have two non-family references documented in the record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Staff person #5 shall be required to provide two non-family references that attest to her ability to work with children to be documented in her record.”
Citation Mar 20, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
During time of inspections, staff person #1 (4 hours documented) and #3 (2 hours documented) did not have 12 hours of required childcare training documented in their records.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 29, 2024): “Both staff person #1 and #3 shall be required to complete the required 12 hours of childcare training and it shall be documented in both of their records as required per regulations.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed staff persons # 1 through 17 file did not include verification of completed emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will forward documentation of emergency plan training conducted 8/31//22 with signature from all 17 staff members.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
While conducted a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed classroom # 8 back wall near the children's play space was missing an electrical outlet cover.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Provider replaced electrical outlet cover in classroom #8 during time of the inspection.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Emergency Numbers Posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.74
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed classrooms# 1 through 10 did not have emergency telephone numbers posted in an accessible location.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Provider posted all required emergency phone numbers in each classroom in an accessible location during the inspection.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed classroom # 3 did not have a hand washing sign posted near the changing table. Also, classroom #7 did not have handwashing signs posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 23, 2023): “Provider posted hand washing signs in classroom #3 and 7 during the time of inspection.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.151(c)(2)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/23 it was observed staff persons # 14,16, and 18 file did not include a health assessment. Also, staff persons# 4,15,19, and 20 file did not include verification of tuberculosis screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will have staff persons# 14, 16 and 18 have a health assessment completed and staff persons# 4, 15, 19, and 20 have a TB completed.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed there was no documentation of an annual emergency drill being conducted
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill on 3/9/23 and forward documentation to Cert Rep.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed staff persons # 5 and 18 file did not include verification of completed health and safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will have staff persons# 5 and 18 file includes health and safety training included in staff files.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed staff persons# 1,2, and 3 file did not include an annual staff evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will conduct staff evaluations for staff persons# 1,2, and 3 complete and documentation included in the file.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Date fee to be paid 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(2)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed child# 4,5, and 6 agreement form did not include a specify the date on which the fee is to be paid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will update the agreement form of child # 4,5, and 6 with specific dates on which the fee is to be paid.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed child# 1,2, and 7 agreement form did not include services to be provided to the family and the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will update agreement form with services provider to the family and the child.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed child #1,2, and 3 agreement form did not include a date of admissions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will update the agreement form with the admissions date of child #1, 2, and 3 included.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent receives original 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(b)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed child# 4,5, and 6 agreement form did not include verification of parents receiving the original agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will update the agreement form with verification of parents receiving the original agreement.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 2/22/23 it was observed staff persons# 9, 17,18,20 through 23 file did not include verification of employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Staff person # 9,17,18,20, and 23 will provide verification of employment this documentation will be forward to cert rep.”
Citation Feb 22, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
While conducting a renewal inspection on 2/22/23 it was observed that staff persons# 5 and 24 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 (implemented, Mar 24, 2023): “Provider will have staff person# 5 and 27 complete pediatric first aide/CPR training and provide documentation is included in staff files.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 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 time of inspection, it was observed that child #4 did not have an updated health assessment documented in their record. (last health assessment documented in file dated 9/17/20)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2022): “The parents of child #4 shall be asked to provide an updated health assessment for their child and it shall be documented in their record as required per regulations.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i)
At time of inspection, child # 2 and 4 did not have updated immunization for influenza or a letter of exemption completed by the parent documented in the child's record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2022): “The parents of child # 2 and #4 shall be asked to provide and updated immunization record with immunization for influenza and/or shall provide a signed immunization exemption letter to be documented in their child's record.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7)
The parents of child # 5 did not provide the insurance provider name and policy number on their child's emergency contact form. The parents of child # 3-5 did not provide the names and/or address of emergency release person on their child's emergency contact forms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2022): “The parents of child # 3-5 shall provide the names and/or address of the people they have designated to have their child released to in the event of an emergency. The parents of child #5 shall provide the health insurance provider name and policy number to be documented on their child emergency…”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
At time of inspection, Child # 1,3 and 4 did not have updated/reviewed emergency contact form in the last 6 months. In addition, the financial agreements for child # 1-4 were not updated/reviewed within the last 6 months as required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2022): “The parents of child #1-4 shall all review and/or update their child's emergency contact forms and/or financial agreement forms with their signature and date to confirm completion.”
Citation Jan 26, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii)
Staff person # 1 (hired 3/12/20) did not have 12 hours of annual child care training documented in their record.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2022): “Staff person #1 shall provide proof of 12 hours of child care training and it shall be documented in her record as required per regulations.”

“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
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $98.80 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $79.80 $50.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $79.80 $50.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $78.00 $48.20

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 165 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 5, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 9, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Temple Sinai
Hours Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 643-6510
State certificate # CER-00252443
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Common questions

Has Temple Sinai had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation 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 Feb 27, 2025 (background checks): “At time of inspection, staff person #2 did not have a current NSOR certificate (expired 2/27/25) documented in their record.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Temple Sinai?

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

What is Temple Sinai’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 9, 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 Temple Sinai compare with other daycares in Dresher?

It is #4 of 5 centers in Dresher by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Temple Sinai last inspected?

Feb 12, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Temple Sinai cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $98.80 for infant, $79.80 for young toddler, $79.80 for older toddler, $78.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Temple Sinai?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Temple Sinai.

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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