The Perception Training Center
The Perception Training Center is a certified child care center in Pottsville, PA, with capacity for 95 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 23 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (7 of 23). 7 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #26 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, Staff persons #3 and #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. On 6/12/2026, Staff person #3 was again observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #3 has not completed the following pre-service trainings required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR and PA Required Health and Safety for Centers-Group Child Care Parts 1 and 2. Staff person #4 as not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric first aid/CPR
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, the FBI clearance on file for Staff #1 was observed to be issued from the Department of Education, which is not suitable for employment in a Dept. of Human Services Child Care program. Staff #1 was observed to be working directly with the children on 6/10/2026. Staff #1 did obtain the correct DHS FBI clearance on 6/11/2026. Staff #2 had all required clearances on file on 6/10/2026. However, the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was not updated within the required 60-month time period. This is evidenced by the updated NSOR clearance on file for Staff #2 being dated 1/22/2026 while the previous NSOR clearance on file was dated 10/30/2020. Staff #2 verified that they had direct contact and routine interaction with children while the NSOR clearance was expired.
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/26, preschoolers were observed returning to their classroom after getting their lunch tray from the kitchen. During this time, Staff #1 was assisting with the lunches near the kitchen, and Staff #7 was inside the Oak classroom with other children. When the children left the lunchroom, they walked straight down a hallway, then turned a corner, and walked through the library area toward their classroom. However, there were no adults present in that library area supervising the children.
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, The plastic playset outside on the toddler playground had cracks inside the playset that left sharp edges exposed.
On 6/10/2026 and 6/12/2026, the fire drill/fire detection log was up to date. However, the log showed one lapse in the requirement to manually test the fire alarm system at least once every 30 days. This is evidenced by the log documenting that the alarm system was manually tested on 8/13/2025 then not again until 9/17/2025.
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, Staff #6 had current mandated reporter training on file dated 1/20/2026. However, this mandated reporter training was not completed within required 60-month time period, as evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/13/2020.
Staff #5 did not have any written, nonfamily references on 6/12/2026. Staff #5 now has two written, nonfamily references on file as of 6/29/2026. See LIS code sheet.
On 6/18/2025, Staff #1 had current clearances on file. However, the current National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was dated 5/28/2025. However, the previous National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance was dated 11/8/2019.
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/18/2025, one of the electrical outlets in the Maple Room, preschool ages was observed to be missing a protective receptacle cover.
During the Renewal Inspection on 6/13/2024, Staff #1 had all of the required clearances on file. However, the child abuse clearance was dated 5/3/2024. The CPSL requires the completed child abuse clearance to be on file prior staff working with children at the facility. See LIS code sheet.
Staff person #3 did not complete mandated reporter training within a 60-month time period. This is evidenced by the updated mandated reporter training on file being dated 5/7/2024 and previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 12/15/2018.
Staff person #2 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Staff person #2 completed this required pre-service training on 1/10/2024.
Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, & 15 did not complete the required health and safety training update by 12/30/22.
Facility person's #1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, & 10 do not have proof of annual emergency plan training, date of last annual training 5/25/21.
Cert Rep observed a pricker bush growing along the fence in the outdoor play space accessible to the children.
Fire system checks have not been completed every 30 days. Date conducted 3/18/22 and another on 4/26/22 this is a span of 39 days. Date conducted 4/26/22 and another on 5/31/22 this is a span of 35 days.
Staff #12 did not complete the required health and safety training within 90 days of hire.
Child #1 is missing an updated child service report, date of last report 10/21. Child #2 is missing services to be provided to the family and the child.
Child #4 is missing the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #2 is missing the date of the child's admission.
Child #3 & 4 are missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Child #5 is missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first aid.
Staff #11 does not have proof of education on 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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $49.00 | $49.00 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $46.20 | $46.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $46.20 | $46.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $43.40 | $43.40 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $43.40 | $20.20 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $43.40 | $20.20 |
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 Perception Training Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 10, 2026 (supervision): “During the Renewal Inspection on 6/10/2026, Staff persons #3 and #4 were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. On 6/12/2026, Staff person #3 was again observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Perception Training Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Perception Training Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is The Perception Training Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Aug 20, 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 Perception Training Center compare with other daycares in Schuylkill County?
It is #26 of 32 centers in Schuylkill County by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Perception Training Center last inspected?
Jun 10, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Perception Training Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $49.00 for infant, $46.20 for young toddler, $46.20 for older toddler, $43.40 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Perception Training Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Perception Training Center INC.
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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