Wigwam Day Care School
873 Harleysville Pike, Harleysville, PA
Castle Academy
- licensed capacity
- 211
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Castle Academy
Castle Academy is a child care center in Harleysville, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 211 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 211 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infancy through kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 211 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Castle Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Castle Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 211 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245858
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 15, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 18 rules in all · 18 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Sep 15, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed chipped paint in Caterpillar, Bumble Bee and Grasshopper classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 12, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“Observed water in Kindergarten Center bathroom at 120 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 12, 2026
May 6, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection, the file for staff member #1 contained an initial health assessment with TB results both dated over 12 months from the date of hire. The health assessment observed in staff member #1's file was dated 4/23/24 and the staffer was hired 4/13/26.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 did not contain an updated health assessment dated within the las 12 months. The last health assessment in child #1's file was dated 3/3/25.”
Correction date in the state record: May 22, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 11, 2026
Sep 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement form for child #1's was not dated in the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“At the time of inspection, the facility had not documented in writing the annual review or update of the facility's emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2 did not have the parent signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 15, 2025
Aug 20, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a completed Child Service Report signed by the child's parent in the last six months for child #2 and #3.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have a written annual evaluation for staff member #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #7 contained an expired volunteer PA Child Abuse Clearance dated 2/27/2019.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 8, 2024
3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii) Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4 did not contain verification of completing the Get Started with Center-Based Care -- Revised 2022 professional development training which included all the required topics in subsections (f)1-10.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, child #3's and child #4's emergency contact forms was missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of inspection, files for staff members #5 and #6 did not contain health assessments dated with in the last 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of inspection, the financial agreement form for child #2's was not dated in the last 6 months, last dated 1/25/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1did not contain two written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.31(e)/3270.192(2)(iii) Age and Training/Exp, educ., training at facility
“At the time of inspection, the files for staff members #3 and #4 did not contain verification of completion of the annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 30, 2024
Oct 5, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“At the time of inspection, the facility did not have verification of the annual staff evaluations for staff member #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.33(a)/3270.36(b)(5) Each staff person meets quals/HS/GED + 2 yrs
“At time of inspection, the file for staff member #3 did not include verification of education nor verification of experience necessary to qualify for the position of Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2023
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports
“At the time of inspection, the file for child #1 D.O.B. 3/16/20, enrolled 6/26/23; did not contain an initial health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #3 was missing one written nonfamily reference letters from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #2, #3, #4, and #5 did not contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care and consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #2 didn't contain a valid health assessment dated in the last 24 months. The health assessment in the file for staffer #2 was dated 10/3/20.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact forms for child #2 was missing the address of a release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2023
3270.14/3270.31(f) Pertinent Laws & Regulations/Health and Safety Training
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #4, hired 10/20/08; did not include verification of completing the Health and Safety Training Updated (2022) required under law for child care staff by December 2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 6, 2023
Jan 4, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.94(a)(9)/3270.95(b) Written record/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the unannounced inspection on 1/4/2023 the fire alarm log was missing testing dates from 7/2022 8/2022 9/2022 10/1011 11/1011 and 12/2022. Fire drill had not been logged since 7/2022.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2023
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the unannounced inspection on 1/4/2023 the following staff did not have pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire: Staff person #1 #2 #3 #4”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 17, 2023
Aug 3, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
3270.133(5) Original label
“During the renewal inspection on 8/3/2022 the medication for child #1 ( Located inside the facility) expired in 2021.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 3, 2022
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 8/3/2022 the health assessment for staff person #1 did not include TB testing dates.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Castle Academy
Is Castle Academy licensed?
Yes. Castle Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Castle Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 15, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Castle Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 18 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Castle Academy care for?
211, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Castle Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Castle Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Castle Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 222-2100 to ask.
What is Castle Academy's phone number?
(610) 222-2100.
Where is Castle Academy?
3935 Ashland Dr, Harleysville, PA 19438. The nearest other daycare we list is Goddard School, 0.9 miles away.