The Magic Cottage
The Magic Cottage is a certified child care center in Morrisville, PA, with capacity for 155 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 28 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (10 of 28). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #8 of 8 centers in Morrisville and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
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At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have an FBI clearance on file.
At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 and Staff 2 only had Pediatric CPR and first Aid training that was past the expiration date on their CPR/First aid card, on file.
At the time of the inspection, it was observed that Staff 1 was alone with 7 preschool age children. Staff 1 did not have a PQAS approved Pediatric CPR and First aid training.
Child 1 did not a current health report (last one dated 10/15/22) on file at the time of the inspection.
Child 2 did not have proof of a current flu immunization nor a letter of exemption, on file at the time of the inspection.
Staff 1 did not have proof of a current health assessment on file at the time of the inspection.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the young toddler classroom first aid kit and the pre-k 1 classroom first aid kit and observed it did not contain required items: the younger toddler classroom first aid kit a tweezer and bandages were missing from the first aid kit. In the pre-k 1 classroom gauze tape and tweezers were missing from the first aid kit.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chip paint to the right of the entrance doorway wall and inside the classroom back wall on the right side of the lower sink in the younger toddler classroom.
During renewal inspection certification representative observed ripped edges on the infant crib mat in the infant room.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed a child sleeping in a crib without a crib sheet.
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During renewal inspection certification rep observed the two refrigerator thermometer readings in the one refrigerator at 45 F and 50 F degrees.
Certification rep observed staff #2 file and observed initial health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis missing on file.
Certification rep reviewed child #1 file and observed name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released is missing on the emergency contact form. Certification rep observed Child #1 was also missing fee to be charged per day or per week on the fee agreement form.
Certification rep reviewed staff#1 file and observed only one out of the two nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 CONTAINED AN NSOR WITH THE INCORRECT SOCIAL SECURITY NUMBER. THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #2 CONTAINED AN OUTDATED DISCLOSURE STATMENT THAT WAS LAST SIGNED BACK IN 1996
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, UNUSED OUTLETS UNDER THE WINDOW IN THE PRESCHOOL CLASSROOM DID NOT HAVE PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS IN THEM.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, BOTTLES OF SUNSCREEN WERE LOCATED IN THE GREEN CUBBIES AND ACCESSIBLE TO THE CHILDREN INTHE PRE-K CLASSROOM.
ON, DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE WINDOW SCREEN IN THE PRE - K CLASSROM LOCATED NEAR THE TAN METAL CLOSET HAS A WHOLE IN IT.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, ROOM #4 - THE AREAS UNDER THE CHANGING TABLES LOCATED IN THE CLASSROOM AND THE BATHROOM WERE DIRTY. ROOM #5 - THE LOWER WALL BY THE MAIN ENTRANCE OF THE CLASSROOM WAS DAMAGED AND THE WALL AROUND AND UNDER THE LIGHT SWITCH IN THE CLASSROOM BATHROOM WAS DIRTY AND STAINED. ROOM #8 - THE LOWER WALL BEHIND THE MAIN ENTRANCE OF THE CLASSROOM WAS DAMAGED. THE CLASSROOM WINDOW SEALS WERE DIRTY AND DUSTY.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THERE WAS NO STEP STOOL PRESENT IN THE BATHROOM OF ROOM #8.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, HANDWASHING SIGNS WITH THE WRITTEN REQUIREMENT WASH HANDS BEFORE EATING AND AFTER TOILETING WERE NOT PRESENT OVER THE CLASSROOM SINKS IN ROOM #2 AND ROOM #3.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, IN CLASSROOM #3, A BROOM, LOCATED BEHIND THE DOOR, WHICH LEAD TO THE OUTSIDE PLAY YARD, PREVENTED THE DOOR FROM FULLY OPENING.
ON 12/03/2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR ENROLLED CHILD #1 DID NOT CONTAIN UPDATED ADMINISTERED IMMUNIZATIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH RECOMMENDATIONS OF THE ACIP.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
ON DECEMBER 3, 2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, BOTTLES LOCATED IN THE INFANT CLASSROOM (ROOM #1) AND THE YOUNG TODDLER CLASSROOM (ROOM #2) WERE NOT LABLED.
ON 12/03/2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, SAFE ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED IN A CONSPICOUS LOCATION IN THE FACILITY.
ON 12/03/2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FIRST AID KIT LOCATED ON THE FACILITY'S SCHOOL BUS DID NOT CONTAIN SOAP AND TWEEZERS.
ON 12/03/2021, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE OF STAFF PERSON #3 CONTAINED A WRITTEN REFERENCE THAT WAS WRITTEN BY THEIR FAMILY MEMBER.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $82.48 | — |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $82.48 | — |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $80.68 | $43.40 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $76.89 | $40.06 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $70.62 | $37.11 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $67.70 | $40.20 |
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
Common questions
Has The Magic Cottage 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 Sep 10, 2026 (background checks): “At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have an FBI clearance on file.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Magic Cottage?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Magic Cottage since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is The Magic Cottage’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Jan 3, 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 Magic Cottage compare with other daycares in Morrisville?
It is #8 of 8 centers in Morrisville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 50% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Magic Cottage last inspected?
Sep 10, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Magic Cottage cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $82.48 for newborn, $82.48 for infant, $80.68 for young toddler, $76.89 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Magic Cottage?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Magic Cottage LLC.
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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