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The Tot Spot Learning Center

555 Second Ave, Collegeville, PA 19426 · Montgomery County
Keystone STAR 2

The Tot Spot Learning Center is a certified child care center in Collegeville, PA, with capacity for 99 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times. The state cited 30 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (11 of 30). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 16 centers in Collegeville and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 52% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#6 of 16 centers in Collegeville
2 Core-safety citations
28 Other citations
7 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
30 citations from 7 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jul 10, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jul 10, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Nov 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 2, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 9, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 9, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Nov 22, 2022 · Inspection · citation found Apr 22, 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 11
Records & paperwork 6
Training & qualifications 6
Health & medication 3
Emergency preparedness 2
Background checks 1
Sleep safety 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person/Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)/3270.124(f)
During allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/18/2025, Certification Staff observed that the Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 did not include the addresses of individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released and had not been updated once in a 6-month period.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 9, 2025): “Operator will ensure that a completed Emergency Contact Form including the name, address and telephone number of the individual(s) designated by the parent to whom the child may be released is retained in each enrolled child's record at the facility. Operator will ensure that Emergency Contact…”
Citation May 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing outlet covers in Teddy Bears.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2025): “Protective receptacle covers or temper resistant outlets shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.”
Citation May 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Teddy Bears, Curious Cubs, Kuddly Koalas, Polar Bears, Panda Bears (near bathroom) and Grizzley Bears (in bathroom). The hallway on the first floor has plaster.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2025): “Peeled or damaged paint on indoor surfaces in the childcare facility will be painted.”
Citation May 2, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During renewal inspection, certification rep saw a ripped mat in Grizzley Bears
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 6, 2025): “Ripped Mats will be repaired in Grizzley Bears room.”
Citation May 2, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 had CPR on file but it was not from an approved curriculum/ instructor.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2025): “Staff 1 will complete training by an approved curriculum instructor professional in the field of first-aid and CPR on 6/2/2025”
Core safety Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. State police clearance for staff 3 was in pending status since 2-5-24. Staff 3 was missing NSOR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Printed updated State police clearance with no record status for Staff #3 Called and requested application that was applied for on 3/27/24 be processed again and resent. Staff #3 was removed from schedule until NSOR form is received as of 5/3/24 it has not been received and staff #3 continues to be…”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During renewal inspection certification rep observed an outlet cover missing in Teddy Bears.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Receptacles were covered with safety caps.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed Glade spray bottle in Grizzly Bears accessible to children. Certification rep observed diaper cream accessible to children in Kuddly Koalas. (corrected on site)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Air Freshener was thrown away immediately and removed from facility. Diaper Creams were returned to the correct bin labeled diaper cream inaccessible to children.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the windows in Polar Bears, Grizzly Bears and Panda Bears. The windows open more than 6 inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2024): “Facility purchased window locks from Amazon and were installed on 2nd floor windows.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the first aid kits. The first aid bag in Sunny Bears needed gauze pads, The first aid kit in Honey Bears was missing tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Added gauze to Sunny Bears first aid kit and tweezers to Honey Bears first aid kit.”
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Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Sunny Bears, Teddy Bears, Kuddly Koalas, Grizzly Bears and Panda Bears.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “All chipped pain was repaired in Sunny Bears, Teddy Bears, Kuddy Koalas, Grizzly Bear and Panda Bears.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed a hole on the blue coach in the Grizzly Room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Blue couch was removed from the Grizzly Bear classroom and disposed of.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the cribs in Honey Bears, and Sunny Bears not labeled. The cribs were occupied with a sleeping child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 8, 2024): “Teachers labeled cribs with individual child names in Honey Bears and Sunny Bears classrooms”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Physical on file for staff 2 is from 7-21-22. Date of hire for staff is 1-2-24. Staff 5 was missing date TB was read.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff #5 returned to doctor's office and had read date for TB test updated. Staff #2 was given until 5/3/24 to provide an updated health form. Staff did not comply and has been removed from her employment until which time she can obtain a current health assessment.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
During renewal inspection certification reviewed staff files. Staff 5 (date of hire 3-18-24) was observed working in a classroom by herself without completing 1st aid/cpr, mandated reporter and 10-hour health and safety training.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 was missing first aid/cpr (hire date 8-14-23). Staff was observed working in a classroom by herself.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff was pre-scheduled for Pediatric First Aid/CPR on 4/12/2024. Staff will maintain Pediatric First Aid / CPR upon expiration prior to working in classroom. New hires will be signed up for CPR First-Aid training prior to working alone in classroom.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
46 or more children- additional group sups 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(e)
During renewal inspection certification reviewed staff files. Facility does not have a group supervisor on staff. Facility currently has 75 children enrolled.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 11, 2024): “Facility has two staff members, Julia Litle and Theresa D'Angelo, each currently holding an associate degree. With Julia completing her Bachelor's Degree come the beginning of May.”
Citation Apr 9, 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)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 3 and 4 were missing 2 years' experience. Staff 4 and 5 were missing education from their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff #4 and Staff #5 returned their High School Diplomas. Staff #1,3,4 work experience has been verified on verification forms.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. CSR for child 4 was not signed
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Child Service Report was signed by parents for child. #4.”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement child 5 did not shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Person designated by parent to whom child may be released has been added to the contract. (For child #5)”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parents has been added. (To child #4)”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1 and 3 were missing name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child 2 and 4 were missing address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Missing name, address and telephone numbers of individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released has been updated. (for child #1 and #3) and (child #2 and #4)”
Citation Apr 9, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 and 4 were missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff 5 was missing 1 written reference letter.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 3, 2024): “Staff files were updated to include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Citation May 9, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
At time of renewal inspection, the facility's emergency plan had not been updated to meet Federal requirements 45 CFR § 98.41(a)(1)(vii). The facility's plan did not include a plan for continuity of operations and training requirements for all facility persons including volunteers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 15, 2023): “The facility's plan will be updated to include the Federal requirements. A plan for continuity of operations, and the training requirements for all facility persons, including volunteers will be added.”
Citation May 9, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10)
At time of renewal inspection, staff persons #1, #2, and #3 did not have documentation of completing pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR within 90 days of hire.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Staff persons #1, #2, and #3 will complete pediatric first aid and CPR training. Certification Rep will send a referral to the PDO for staff to receive training. Documentation will be sent to cert rep and then placed in the staff file.”
Core safety Nov 22, 2022 Inspection Sleep safety
Clean, age appropriate/Infant sleep position 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)/3270.119
At time of complaint investigation between 11/22/22 and 12/15/22, based on the police report/interview documentation by Collegeville Police Department obtained after interviewing staff person #1, and the information given in the Childline Report, it was determined that child #1 was put to sleep in a swing while wearing a winter bunting outfit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 12, 2023): “Staff will be trained/reminded of the importance of individual. clean, age-appropriate sleep equipment. The sleep equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. At no time will any child be placed in a swing to sleep. We will also go over the proper…”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A STAINED CEILING TILE WAS OBSERVED IN THE TEDDY BEARS ROOM AND IS NEED OF BEING REPLACED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2022): “THE CEILING TILE WILL BE REPLACED SO ALL SURFACES ARE CLEAN AND IN GOOD REPAIR.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, CHIPPED BROWN PAINT WAS OBSERVED ON THE WALLS AND EDGES IN THE BABY BEARS ROOM, THE KOALAS ROOM AND THE POLAR BEARS ROOM. CHIPPED YELLOW PAINT WAS OBSRVED ON THE METAL POLES OF THE TWO OUTDOOR SWINGSETS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 15, 2022): “THE AREAS OF CHIPPED PAINT IN ALL OF THE ROOMS WILL BE RE-PAINTED. THE TWO OUTDOOR SWINGSETS WILL ALSO BE RE-PAINTED SO THERE IS NO CHIPPING PAINT.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease/Age appropriate screenings complete 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR CHILD #1 HAD A HEALTH ASSESSMENT THAT DID NOT HAVE ALL REQUIRED QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY THE CHILD'S PHYSICIAN
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “THE PARENT WILL BE NOTIFIED TO RETURN TO THE DOCTOR WITH AN UPDATED FORM TO HAVE ALL QUESTIONS ANSWERED BY THE DOCTOR.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, DOCUMENTATION WAS NOT AVAILABLE TO SHOW THAT AN EMERGENCY DRILL HAD BEEN CONDUCTED AND RECORDED WITHIN THE PAST YEAR.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 9, 2022): “AN EMERGENCY DRILL WILL BE PLANNED AND PRACTICED. THIS DRILL WILL BE RECORDED IN THE EMERENCY DRILL LOG. ALL STAFF AND CHILDREN IN ATTENDANCE WILL PARTICIPATE IN THE DRILL. DOCUMENTATION WILL BE SENT TO CERTIFICATION REP FOR VERIFICATION.”
Citation Apr 22, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #1 AND #2 HAVE NOT COMPLETED PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CPR TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE. STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT RENEW PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CPR BEFORE THE CURRENT CERTIFICATION EXPIRED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 27, 2022): “STAFF PERSONS #1 AND #2 WILL BE SUPERVISED BY AN AGS UNTIL TRAINING IS COMPLETED. STAFF PERSON #1, #2, AND #3 WILL COMPLETE PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CPR TRAINING. CERTIFICATION REP WILL SEND A REFERRAL TO THE ECE PDO. WHEN CERTIFICATION IS OBTAINED IT WILL BE SENT TO CERTIFICATION REP FOR…”

“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) $70.00 $48.00
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $70.00 $48.00
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $68.00 $46.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $66.00 $44.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $64.00 $42.00

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 99 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Jun 13, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 8, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator Amt Page LLC
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 831-5474
State certificate # CER-00260524
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Common questions

Has The Tot Spot Learning Center 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 Apr 9, 2024 (background checks): “During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. State police clearance for staff 3 was in pending status since 2-5-24. Staff 3 was missing NSOR.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about The Tot Spot Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at The Tot Spot Learning 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 Tot Spot Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 8, 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 The Tot Spot Learning Center compare with other daycares in Collegeville?

It is #6 of 16 centers in Collegeville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 52% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was The Tot Spot Learning Center last inspected?

Jul 10, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does The Tot Spot Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for newborn, $70.00 for infant, $68.00 for young toddler, $66.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs The Tot Spot Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Amt Page LLC.

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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