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The Tot Spot Learning Center
555 Second Ave, Collegeville PA 19426 · License #CER-00240597 · Child Care Center
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- (610) 831-5474
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- 555 Second Ave, Collegeville PA 19426 · Directions
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Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 2-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 99 children
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Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.124(b)(7)/3270.124(f) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
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.
Corrected by Dec 5, 2025
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 had CPR on file but it was not from an approved curriculum/ instructor.
Corrected by Jun 2, 2025
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed missing outlet covers in Teddy Bears.
Corrected by May 12, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
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.
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
During renewal inspection, certification rep saw a ripped mat in Grizzley Bears
Corrected by May 16, 2025
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Sunny Bears, Teddy Bears, Kuddly Koalas, Grizzly Bears and Panda Bears.
Corrected by Apr 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff person(s) shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)(1 -- 10), 3280.31(f) (1-10), or 3290.31(g) (1-10) within 90 days of hire. Staff person #-- will have until 4-26-24 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff person #-1 and 5-- must be supervised, when interacting with children, by an (AGS, primary staff person, or family child care home staff person) who has completed the required training related to this citation. If there are no staff available to supervise staff person #1 and 5--, staff person #-1 and 5- may not work in a child-care position at the facility. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
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.
Corrected by Apr 12, 2024
- Violation
3270.32(a) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -3- may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
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.
Corrected by May 3, 2024
- Violation
3270.35(e) · In a facility in which more than 45 children are enrolled, a group supervisor is required for the first group of 45 enrolled children and for each group or partial group of 45 additional enrolled children.
During renewal inspection certification reviewed staff files. Facility does not have a group supervisor on staff. Facility currently has 75 children enrolled.
Corrected by Apr 9, 2024
- Violation
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
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.
Corrected by Apr 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed an outlet cover missing in Teddy Bears.
Corrected by Apr 9, 2024
- Violation
3270.66(a) · Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children.
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)
Corrected by Apr 9, 2024
- Violation
3270.72(d) · Windows or doors above the ground floor that open directly to the outdoors and are accessible to children shall be constructed, modified or adapted to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the windows in Polar Bears, Grizzly Bears and Panda Bears. The windows open more than 6 inches.
Corrected by Apr 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.75(c) · A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.
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.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.102(a) · Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed a hole on the blue coach in the Grizzly Room.
Corrected by Apr 8, 2024
- Violation
3270.106(a) · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed the cribs in Honey Bears, and Sunny Bears not labeled. The cribs were occupied with a sleeping child.
Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(3) · The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. CSR for child 4 was not signed
Corrected by Apr 25, 2024
- Violation
3270.123(a)(5) · An agreement shall specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
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.
Corrected by Apr 19, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
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.
Corrected by Apr 28, 2024
- Violation
3270.124(b)(7) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
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.
Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) · An adult health assessment must include tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment. Subsequent tuberculosis screening is not required unless directed by a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent 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.
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.
Corrected by Apr 23, 2024
- Violation
3270.192(5) · A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
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.
Corrected by Apr 24, 2024
- Violation
3270.14/3270.21 · A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.
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.
Corrected by May 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.
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.
Corrected by Jun 12, 2023
- Violation
3270.106(a)/3270.119 · Individual, clean, age-appropriate rest equipment shall be provided for preschool, toddler and infant children as agreed between the child's parent and the operator. The rest equipment shall be labeled for the use of a specific child and used only by the specified child. Infants shall be placed in the sleeping position recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics unless there is a medical reason an infant should not sleep in this position. The medical reason shall be documented in a statement signed by a physician, physician's assistant or CRNP and placed in the child's record at the facility.
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.
Corrected by Dec 28, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f) · Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
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.
Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.76 · Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A STAINED CEILING TILE WAS OBSERVED IN THE TEDDY BEARS ROOM AND IS NEED OF BEING REPLACED.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
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.
Corrected by Jun 9, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(d)(7)/3270.131(d)(8) · A health report shall include a statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. A health report shall include a statement that age-appropriate screenings recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics were conducted since the time of the previous health report required by this section.
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
Corrected by Jun 10, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(a)(6) · Emergency drills shall be conducted annually. Annual emergency drills shall be documented and on file at the facility.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, DOCUMENTATION WAS NOT AVAILABLE TO SHOW THAT AN EMERGENCY DRILL HAD BEEN CONDUCTED AND RECORDED WITHIN THE PAST YEAR.
Corrected by May 27, 2022
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Nov 18, 2025 inspection noted: “During allocated unannounced monitoring inspection on 11/18/2025, Certification Staff observed that the Emergency Contact Form for Child #1 did not include the…” — what has changed since then?
- 2The May 2, 2025 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 had CPR on file but it was not from an approved curriculum/ instructor.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Apr 9, 2024 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in Sunny Bears, Teddy Bears, Kuddly Koalas, Grizzly Bears and Panda Bears.” — what has changed since then?
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