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Top of the Hill Day Care Center

8707 Cheltenham Ave, Glenside, PA 19038 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

Top of the Hill Day Care Center is a certified child care center in Glenside, PA, with capacity for 49 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 41 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for health & medication (12 of 41). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 13 centers in Glenside and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 71% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#10 of 13 centers in Glenside
3 Core-safety citations
38 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
41 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 30, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 30, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Sep 9, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 27, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Mar 26, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 30, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 2, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Health & medication 12
Training & qualifications 10
Records & paperwork 6
Emergency preparedness 5
Building & playground safety 4
Background checks 3
Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Observed 3/30/2026. Staff #1 and 6 files did not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance on file. Staff #1 and 6 files did not contain the required FBI clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. (See LIS Code Sheet). Staff # 1 have not completed their NSOR clearance within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented on file being dated (NSOR 7-20-2020 Staff #1). The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met. Staff # 5 have not completed their Mandated reporter training within the last 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented on file being dated (Mandated reporter 6-29-2020 Staff #5).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Facility person will obtain DHS FBI clearance for work. Facility person #1 not on the schedule and not working with children. All facility persons will obtain NSOR every 60 months in order to work. Facility persons will complete mandated reporting every 60 months in order to work with children.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Observed 3/30/2026 in classroom 5 there was missing an electrical outlet cover in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Unused electric outlets will be covered by protective cover when not in use.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
Observed 3/30/2026 classrooms 3 and 5 were missing items from their first aid kit. Classroom 3 were missing gloves from first aid kit. Classroom 5 was missing tape from first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2026): “Classroom first aid kits will be replenished of missing items and kept in the first aid boxes and not loose in the classroom backpack.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)/3270.182(1)
Observed 3/30/2026 child file #3 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 3 last physical was 7/17/2025.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “Children shall contain updated health forms. Infants to young toddlers at least every 6 months.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Original container 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(1)
Observed 3/30/2026 in classroom # 3 (elephants), child #4 EPI Pen was not in its original container it was placed in a zipped bag. The EPI Pen was observed without the manufacture's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2026): “Prescription label will be obtained for current EPI Pen and future scripts will remain un the original box.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Observed 3/30/2026 facility did not conduct an annually emergency drill nor was it documented and on file at the facility. The last emergency drill that was conducted was dated 4/21/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “Emergency drills will be conducted annually.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
Observed 3/30/2026 child #1 file did not contain an initial health report in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “Initial health forms must be obtained no later than 60 days of attendance. Health form will be obtained.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Observed 3/30/2026 staff #1,2,3,4,5 and 7 files did not contain a staff evaluation from the director.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 28, 2026): “All staff will have a staff evaluation completed for file, a minimum of one every 12 months.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed 3/30/2025 child # 2 file did not contain the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “All emergency contacts will contain completed addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released in an emergency.”
Citation Mar 30, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Observed 3/30/2026 Staff #3 was missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2026): “All staff will obtain 12 clock hours of child care training annually and be in their file.”
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Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Observed 9/9/2025 staff #1 have not been trained on the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2025): “New employees will be trained and made aware of emergency plan at initial employment documentation shall be kept in file annually and training will be documented at each training.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(a)
Observed 9/9/2025 outdoor in playground 2 (under 3-year-olds play) there was a Little Tikes Activity Gym where the slide that children slide down was broken and not free of rough edges, sharp corners and not in good repair.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “Little Tikes Activity Gym slide was repaired with Duct tape so that it became free of rough edges and sharp corners.”
Citation Sep 9, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
Observed 9/9/2025 it was documented that the last fire drill was conducted 3/2025. Fire drills are to be conducted at least once every 60 days and maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 20, 2025): “As Fire drills are conducted every 60 days written record of testing will be put in the facility fire drill log.”
Core safety Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Observed 3/27/2024. Staff #1, and 6 files did not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS required clearances on file was not met.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “Staff will not work in this child care facility until they have obtained the required FBI clearance (DHS).”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
Observed 3/27/2025 children files #2 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child #2 last physical was 6/24/2024.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 28, 2025): “This facility will obtain a copy of this child's 15 month health visit so as to obtain 2 health forms in a calendar year.”
Citation Mar 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)
Observed 3/27/2025 staff # 4 file was missing a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2025): “Staff member will be obtaining an updated health form prior to returning to our facility on 5/5/2025 from maternity leave.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Observed 3/27/2025 staff #6 was missing the date the results of tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method included with their health screening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “Staff member had their health from completed to accurately show the date the result of tuberculosis screening by Mantoux was read.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)/3270.95(b)
Observed 3/27/2025 there was no documentation that the fire detection system was tested every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable while maintaining a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “The facilities fire detection system was activated for our inspector on 3/27/25 at 12:10 PM. The record of testing was logged in our fire log.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
Observed 3/27/2025 Staff person #1 and 2 did not contain the required pre-service Pediatric CPR/ First Aid training in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2025): “Staff members will not return to child care center until they receive pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation and have a certificate.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
Observed 3/27/2025 child #1 were missing health insurance coverage and policy numbers from emergency contact from.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 12, 2025): “Parent was asked on 3/28/2025 to accurately complete the emergency contact form including the health insurance coverage.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Observed 3/27/2025 staff #6 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 22, 2025): “Two letter of nonfamily references will be included to staff files.”
Citation Mar 27, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Observed 3/27/2025 Staff #3,5 and 7 were missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2025): “Staff members will obtain their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
Observed 3/26/2024 staff #3 did not receive annual training regarding the facility's emergency plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Annual training for fire safety and emergency and emergency plan were reviewed by a fire safety licensed representative on 4/10/24.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Infant: updated health report every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(1)
Observed 3/26/2024 child #2 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 8/10/2023. An updated health report was missing an update for at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “An updated health form was received for child #2.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
Observed 3/26/2024 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not handwash child #1 hands after being diapered.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “All staff were retrained to wash all hands after diaper changes and bathroom use. All posters are visible.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 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)
Observed 3/26/2024 staff # 4 medical assessment on file was dated for 6/23/2021, the medical assessment exceeded the 24-month of the signature date.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Staff #4 received the proper document providing proper assessment form from their 1/30/2024 health visit.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Observed 3/26/2024 in the infant classroom there were bottles unlabeled not identifying which bottle belong to which child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Staff were instructed to ensure all bottles are labeled appropriately prior to refrigerating. Parents do receive a list of instructions.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
Observed 3/26/2024 an emergency drill was not conducted annually or documented on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Emergency drill was conducted following annual training for fire safety and emergency operations plan were reviewed by a fire safety licensed representative on 4/10/24.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
Observed 3/26/2024 Staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service Pediatric CPR/ First Aid training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Staff #2 completely the required CPR and first aid training.”
Citation Mar 26, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
Observed 3/26/2024 staff # 2 and 3 files did not contain a current fire safety training in their file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2024): “Annual fire safety and emergency operations plan were reviewed by a fire safety licensed representative on 4/10/2024.”
Core safety Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Observed 3/30/2023 staff person #1 hired 3/15/22 does not contain out of state clearances for the state from New York.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff member #1 submitted a letter of terminating their employment as of 8/5/22.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
Observed 3/30/2023 children files # 1,3,4 and 6 did not contain an updated health report on file. Child # 1 last physical was 1/10/2022, Child #3 last physical was 11/6/2021, Child #4 last physical was 2/17/2022 and child #4 last physical was 3-16-2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Updated health form will be submitted for child files #1, 3, 4, and #6.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record /Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)/3270.131(e)(1)
Observed On 3/30/2023 observed child # 2,4 and 6 file did not contain an exemption letter for the vaccinations not completed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Children observed #2, 4, and # 6 will obtain a current health form, documentation of immunizations or a letter of exemption for vaccinations not completed.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
Observed 3/21/2023 staff #1 was missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff member #1 submitted a letter terminating their employment as of 8/5/2022.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
Observed 3/30/2023 staff #3 file did not contain CPR and first aid training both staff have passed their provisional hire date of completing the training within 90 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff member #3 will complete training from a professional in first aid & CPR.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
Observed 3/16/2023 staff #2, 3 and 4 did not complete the one-hour health and safety training course update for staff members hired prior to 10/4/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff member #2,3,4 will complete 1 hr. training in health and safety.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Observed 3/30/2023 Staff # 2, 3 and 4 did not contain written evaluations for a minimum of one every 12 months.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Written evaluations will be completed for staff members #2, 3, and # 4.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Observed 3/30/2023 child file # 2,3,4,5, and 6 emergency contact form didn't contain the addresses of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Name, address, and telephone numbers will be completed for child file #2,3,4,5 and 6. This information will be updated in classroom emergency bags.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)
Observed 3/30/2023 child #2 file did not contain a 6-month periodic review of their agreement from the parent.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Parent of child #2 will complete their 6-month periodic review of their agreement with a date to go with the signature.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
Observed 3/30/2023 staff #4 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “Staff member #4 will provide a written, nonfamily reference.”
Citation Mar 30, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
Observed 3/30/2023 Staff #1 was missing 12 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training. Staff #2 and 4 were missing 6 hours from their annual 12 hours of childcare training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 21, 2023): “All staff will update their annual trainings (12 clock hrs.) 6 hrs. including the updated health and safety. Staff #1 submitted letter of termination as of 8/5/22.”

“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.

About this center

Capacity 49 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 28, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jun 6, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator Philadelphia First Church Of The Brethre
Phone —
State certificate # CER-00255424
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Common questions

Has Top of the Hill Day Care Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Mar 30, 2026 (background checks): “Observed 3/30/2026. Staff #1 and 6 files did not contain a completed DHS required FBI clearance on file. Staff #1 and 6 files did not contain the required FBI clearance on file. The requirement to have the completed DHS…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Top of the Hill Day Care Center?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Top of the Hill Day Care Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Top of the Hill Day Care Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jun 6, 2019. 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 Top of the Hill Day Care Center compare with other daycares in Glenside?

It is #10 of 13 centers in Glenside by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 71% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Top of the Hill Day Care Center last inspected?

Mar 30, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs Top of the Hill Day Care Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Philadelphia First Church Of The Brethre.

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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.

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