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Pennsylvania · Norristown · 19401

The Madden School · Norristown

401 Dekalb St, Norristown, PA 19401 · Montgomery County
3 core-safety citations in last 12 months 2 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4

The Madden School is a certified child care center in Norristown, PA, with capacity for 132 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 2 complaint investigations. The state cited 46 violations, 7 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (10 of 46). 27 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #22 of 26 centers in Norristown and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 83% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#22 of 26 centers in Norristown
7 Core-safety citations
39 Other citations
6 Inspections
2 Complaint investigations that found violations
46 citations from 8 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 27 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 28, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 28, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 7, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 19, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 19, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Mar 13, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Jul 18, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Jul 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Aug 10, 2023 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 10
Building & playground safety 9
Emergency preparedness 6
Records & paperwork 6
Training & qualifications 5
Supervision 4
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 3

Citations, newest first

Core safety Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Water safety/Included in ratio/annual training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)/3270.115(a)(8)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/29/26 the water safety training for staff persons #4 #5 #7 (Counted in the staff swim ratio) had been obtained online and was not conducted by a certified lifeguard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “The facility has a certified lifeguard on staff who will conduct a water safety for all staff counted in the swim staff child ratio. Children at the facility will not go swimming unless all staff counted in the ratio have obtained the new water safety training by the certified lifeguard and all…”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually/Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)/3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 the emergency plan had not been updated to reflect changes in staffing at the facility, and a section of the plan was missing. Staff persons #1 and #10 had not been trained in the emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “The emergency plan was updated by the director. The plan will include all required areas under 3270.27. The director and operator will review the updated plan with all staff during the 7/30/26 staff meeting. Documentation of the training will be placed on file at the facility.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection on 7/28/26 cleaning wipes were observed on a cabinet area accessible to children in the toddler/infant bathroom area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The cleaning wipes were immediately removed on 7/28/29. The director will remind to staff to ensure no cleaning products are left in the reach of children including the bathroom spaces.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the inspection on 7/28/26 the wall next to the sink area in the pre-k classroom had areas were water, dirt and soap from handwashing and splashed and built up.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The wall will be washed and or painted (if required) to ensure it is clean.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 chipped paint was observed in the Toddler A bathroom.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The paint will be repaired and repainted.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
During the inspection on 7/28/26 plastic bags were observed in the toddler A and Toddler B classrooms on the bottom shelf of the cubbie units.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The plastic bags were removed from the areas and parents will be asked to send in extra clothes in a non-plastic bag. Staff were informed to check the classroom daily to ensure plastic bags are not accessible to the children.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the inspection on 7/28/26 a cubbie unit with a tipping hazard was observed in the school age room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The cubbie unit will be secured to the wall.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 the immunization record for child #1 did not include Hepatitis A vaccine.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “The parents of child #1 will be contacted to obtain verification of immunizations including Hep A or a statement from the parent will be obtained expressing their reason for not having the Hep A vaccination.”
Citation Jul 28, 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 the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/29/26 the file for staff person #1 and #2 did not have a current health assessment. The health assessment for staff person #8 did not have the staff person's name or the phone number and address of the physician who completed the health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “All staff listed will provide a current health assessment and it will be placed in the staff file.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Physician/CRNP assessment 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/28/26 the health assessment for staff persons #3 and #9 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination or the physician's or CRNP's assessment of the person's suitability to provide child care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2026): “Staff person #3 will obtain verification from the physician's office of being free from communicable diseases and their suitability to provide child care.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/29/26 a drill in the emergency plan had not been conducted for the past year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 6, 2026): “A drill will be held in the emergency plan. The drill will be logged and placed on file.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
The operator did not have verification that the previous emergency plan was mailed to Norristown Borough office and to The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency. The mail delivery form will be maintained on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The operator will send a copy of the updated emergency plan to Norristown Borough office and to The Montgomery County Emergency Management Agency. The mail delivery form will be maintained on file.”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 staff person #6 was functioning as and AGS and did not have verification of 2 years experience with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “Staff person #6 will now function as an aid and will not work alone until verificatrion of 2 years of experience working with children is obtained,”
Citation Jul 28, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/29/26 the file for staff person #10 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 1, 2026): “The director will obtain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person for staff person #10.”
Citation Apr 7, 2026 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 the inspection on 4/7/26 the operator did not have a current fire alarm inspection report for the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 7, 2026): “Moving forward the director will be sure to follow up with property management A month in advance to ensure that the fire alarm inspection happens in a timely. Manner so that we remain in compliance with the standards of 1016 C. Of the act, 62 PS and 1016 C and the safety of the children and staff…”
Core safety Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the inspection on 3/19/26, staff persons #1, #2 and #5 were observed caring for children. The file for staff person #1 did not contain a Pa State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, FBI, NSOR or a signed disclosure statement. The file for staff person #2 did not include a PA State Police clearance or an NSOR. The file for state person #5 did not include the required out of state clearances.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2026): “Staff person #1 has their PA, Child abuse clearance, FBI. NSOR and signed disclosure statement in their file. As of. 4/13/26 Staff person #1 is not working at the Madden school. Staff person #2, has PA state Police Clearance and NSOR in the staff file. Staff person #5 requested out of state…”
Core safety Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During the inspection on 3/19/26 staff person #1 did not know the specific children assigned to them for the responsibility for supervision.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “All staff will know the children assigned to them for care and know their whereabouts. Staff currently have group care lists posted in each room.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Children with Symptoms of Disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.137
On 3/16/26 child #1 had a rash on their face. Staff person #1 questioned the parents about the rash but did not send the child home. During pick up staff person #1 requested a physician's note in order for the child to return to care - however no note was obtained and the child was permitted to return to care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “The mother of child #1 sent hospital report upon request on 3/16/26. The note was sent through Brightwheels (our parent management system). Staff person #1 was waiting for the note to be hand delivered therefore she didn't see the note waiting in Brightwheel.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
During the inspection on 3/19/25 a toilet floor bolt was missing a protective cap.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “The protective cap in the bathroom has been replaced.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the inspection on 3/19/26 the cribs in the infant classroom were not labeled for the use of a specific child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “All cribs and rust equipment will be labeled with the child's name.”
Citation Mar 19, 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 the inspection on 3/19/26 the file for staff persons #1 #2 and #4 did not contain a health assessment The heatlh assessment on file for staff person #6 was dated greater than a year of start date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Staff persons #1 #2 and #4 will have their physicals completed by Tuesday April 14 2026. Staff person #4 no longer works at the facility.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
During the inspection on 3/19/26 the bottles for child #1 were not labeled with the child's name.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “All bottles were labeled. All parents understand that bottles are to be labeled with the child's name. The owner reviewed this regulation with staff who work in the infant room.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)
During the inspection on 3/19/25 staff persons #2 and #3 were observed functioning as Assistant group supervisors, they did not have documented 2 years' experience with children (2,500 clock hours).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Staff persons #2 and #3 will be functioning as an aid until 2,500 hours of childcare. Experience is obtained for each staff and placed on file. Staff Persons #2 and #3 will not work alone until they meet qualifications of an AGS.”
Citation Mar 19, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the inspection on 3/19/26 the file for staff person #1 #2 and #4 did not include two written references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2026): “All staff listed will obtain two written references on file as required. The director will place the references in the staff file.”
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
On January 6th, 2026, child #1 received emergency room care from ingesting water while in care at the facility. The facility was informed of the emergency room visit on January 7th and did not report to the South East regional OCDEL office as required by regulation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “The owner, Executive director and Center director will immediately notify our regional OCDEL office within 24 hours when a parent notifies the school that a child has been hospitalized or see receives emergency room treatment. Executive Director met with staff during the children's nap time to…”
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Building & playground safety
Toxic use- no contamination 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(c)
During the time child #1 was in care, their clothing came in contact with bleach. (The child's clothes had areas with bleach spots).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “The director reviewed and demonstrated the proper cleaning of the diaper changing table with the current teacher in the classroom.”
Citation Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation Food & feeding
Written statement/New foods - parent's consent 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)/3270.166(2)
On January 6th, 2026, staff person #1 did not follow the written formula and feeding schedule provided by the parent and gave child 4 oz of water to drink from a bottle. On 3/19/26 a review of the written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #2 revealed that the parent statement/feeding schedule was incomplete and did not list name of formula or if breast milk was to be provided.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2026): “Copy of the formula and feeding schedule and review it with them. The teacher will create and post the feeding schedules for each child in the room, visibly for everyone in the room to see. The schedules will be reviewed regularly for accuracy and if any changes are requested or made by the parent…”
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Core safety Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Supervision
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection on 7/26/24Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid and Pediatric CPR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person 2 will have until 8/15/24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #2must be supervised, when…”
Core safety Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection on 7/26/24 the file for staff person #1 did not contain an NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Staff person #1 resubmitted her NSOR clearance application on Friday, 7/26/24. Staff person will not work with children or be in the child care space until all clearances are in place. Director will send copy of NSOR upon receipt. The director will be sure that all staff persons have all required…”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
During the renewal inspection on 7/26/25 a shelf/unit was observed in unmounted in the school age classroom. The shelf has a narrow base and a tipping hazard.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2024): “Shelf unit is now securely mounted to the wall in the school age classroom. Please see the picture in email sent on 8/9/24”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
During the renewal inspection on 7/26/24 the refrigerator in the infant room and preschool classroom did not have a thermometer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 9, 2024): “Thermometers were added to both the infant room and preschool classroom refrigerators. Please see the pictures in the email sent on 7/30/24.”
Citation Jul 26, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
During the renewal inspection on 7/26/24 expired medication was observed at the facility for child #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 26, 2024): “Expired medication was immediately sent home with the parent of child #1”
Core safety Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of staff person #2 contained a Child Abuse clearance for volunteer purposes and not for employment; file of staff person #3 contained PA State Police Criminal History Clearance for volunteer purposes and not for employment; file of staff person #6 did not contain verification that Mandated Reporter training had been completed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2023): “The director will request the proper child abuse clearance for staff #2 on 08/22/23. Staff #3 has a PA State Police clearance for employment on file as of 8/11/23. Staff #6 who was an agency substitute on 8/10/23 printed out a copy of the Mandated Reporter certificate and provided it to the…”
Core safety Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, staff person #4 did not have responsibility for supervision for a specific group of children in Room 1213. Staff person #4 stated it was because staff person was subbing for a staff member that was not present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The owner had a verbal discussion with staff #4 regarding response about the supervision of the children in care at the time of inspection. Staff #4 knows all the children and families in the facility.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, emergency plan did not include plan for continuity of operations in the event of an emergency or aftermath of a disaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Owner added continuity plan to the emergency plan”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of staff person #3 and #5 did not contain verification that emergency plan training had been received at time of hire or annually thereafter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Staff #3 and #5 received the school's emergency plan training by the director on 8/14/23. Both staff members signed acknowledgement forms.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 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 initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of child #1 did not have current health report on file; health report on file for child #1 was dated 10/04/2021.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Child #1 has a current health assessment dated 7/20/23. It was in the facility on the date of the inspection. It is in the child's file.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, health assessment on file for staff person #3 did not answer questions listed on form to determine if staff person was free from communicable disease and able to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Staff #3 health assessment questions are completed. They were completed by the physician's assistant”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, emergency plan had not been sent to local municipality's emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The update of the emergency plan is currently being reviewed by the deputy chief fire marshal. Once the plan is confirmed, the owner will forward the acknowledgement/approval form.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, files of staff persons #1, #2 and #3 did not contain verification that Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update had been completed by 12/30/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2023): “Staff #1 and #2 completed PA Health and Safety update 05/26/23. Copies are currently in their files. Staff person #3 will have training completed by Monday 08/28/23”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, files of staff persons #1, #2, #3, and #4 did not contain verification that fire safety training had been completed within the last year.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Staff #1, #2 and #4 had verification on their PD Learning records that the DHS Fire Safety training was completed. The records had to be printed out from the PD Registry and placed in their files. Staff #3 will complete training by Monday, 08/28/23”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Bachelor's/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)(1)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of staff person #5 did not contain verification of education and previous child care experience to qualify staff person for position performing (GROUP SUPERVISOR)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 22, 2023): “Staff #5 has copies of college transcripts and resume in file as of 08/11/23”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written plan/Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)/3270.111(b)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, written plan of daily activities was not posted in Room 789.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 31, 2023): “The director printed out a copy of the written plan of daily activities and posted it in room 789”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of child #1 did not contain Child Service Report completed with the last six (6) months; child service report on file for child #1 was dated 12/05/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2023): “Child service report completed for child #1 on 05/31/23. The report was in the facility 08/10/23. A copy of the report is in the child's file.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, file of staff person #5 did not contain two written non family references attesting to staff person's suitability to work with children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2023): “Staff #5 has one written non family reference on file. Staff person is waiting on delivery of the 2nd reference. It is expected on or before 08/25/23. Staff #5 officially begins working at the facility 09/01/23.”
Citation Aug 10, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During initial inspection 08/10/2023, files of staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification of 12 hours of annual child care trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Aug 29, 2023): “Staff person #1 will have remaining 5.5 hours completed by 8/28/23. Staff #2 had verification of 12 hours on PD record and additional certificates verifying the additional 5 hours. All of the documentation was printed and placed in staff #2 file.”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found Mar 19, 2026 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Mar 13, 2026 Complaint investigation
3 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $82.00 $82.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $78.00 $78.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $76.00 $76.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $70.00 $70.00
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $72.00 $53.00
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $72.00 $53.00

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 132 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Aug 31, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4
since May 27, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator MS Eberhardt Enterprises LLC DBA The Madden School
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 292-0100
State certificate # CER-00260611
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Common questions

Has The Madden School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 7 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 Jul 28, 2026 (supervision): “During the renewal inspection on 7/28/26 and 7/29/26 the water safety training for staff persons #4 #5 #7 (Counted in the staff swim ratio) had been obtained online and was not conducted by a certified lifeguard.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Madden School?

Pennsylvania lists 2 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is The Madden School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4, effective May 27, 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 The Madden School compare with other daycares in Norristown?

It is #22 of 26 centers in Norristown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Madden School last inspected?

Jul 28, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does The Madden School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $82.00 for infant, $78.00 for young toddler, $76.00 for older toddler, $70.00 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Madden School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is MS Eberhardt Enterprises LLC DBA The Madden School.

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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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