Celebree School of Exton
100 Campbell Blvd Suite 106, Exton, PA
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New Horizons Montessori Academy
- licensed capacity
- 205
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About New Horizons Montessori Academy
New Horizons Montessori Academy is a child care center in Exton, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 205 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 205 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | Infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Licensed capacity | 205 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
New Horizons Montessori Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for New Horizons Montessori Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 205 children
- License number
- #CER-00255124
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 7 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 24 rules in all · 24 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 11
- Safety and hazards 4
- Background checks 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
- Transportation 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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Mar 3, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not contain an annual employee evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #4 is missing a fbi clearance and the three South Carolina clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include a verification of childcare experience and the files for staff #1, did not include a verification of childcare experience or education.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the files of staff #1 did not have the minimum 12 hrs. of annual childcare training that is required.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 11 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not include two non-family references.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 3, 2026
- Oct 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 6, 2025Inspection13 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the file did not include an emergency drill log.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and there were no pickup and drop off procedures posted.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed during 6 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include mandated reporter training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough and there was chipped paint on the blue tugboat in the outdoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and there was no documentation showing the review or updates to the emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the file did not include an annual written notification to the local traffic safety authorities.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include 12 hrs. of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no record of liability insurance”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3, staff #4, staff #5 and staff #6 did not include a verification of experience. Staff #4, staff #5 and staff #6 file did not include verification of education”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the files did not include an emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.31(g) Professional development certificate
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the 10-hr. health and safety training with the 1hr update or the 10-hr health and safety revised or the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety per Announcement C-24-03 Health and Safety training.)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a pediatric CPR and first aid training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2025
May 3, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 3 did not have their FBI results on file, and Staff 4 did not have the DHS version of the FBI clearance, they had the Dept of Justice. Staff 3 and 4 are past their provisional hire period.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 2 had a physical on file that was older 24 months.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
3270.131(a)/3270.131(e) Health information/ACIP recommended immunization record
“At the time of the inspection, Child 1 and 2 did not have proof of a physical, including shot record, on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“At the time of the inspection, Staff 1 did not have proof the required 1-hour Health and Safety training update on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 31, 2024
Aug 22, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.21/3270.113(b) General Health and Safety/No physical punishment
“During the complaint visit on 8/22/23, it was confirmed that staff member #1 had been observed several times, aggressively patting a child on their backs to burp as well as to place to sleep. The same staff member was observed sprinkling water on the infants face to wake them up.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2023
3270.162(d) Not forced to eat
“During the complaint visit on 8/22/23, it was confirmed that staff member #1 would force feed the children in the class.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 19, 2023
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the compliant visit on 8/22/23, 2 preschool age children were observed standing along the wall alone outside the children's bathroom on the 2nd floor. At the same time, an older school age child, was observed in a classroom alone across from the bathroom. No other staff or adults were in the hallway. After about 2-3 minutes, a staff member was observed exiting a closed door on the opposite side of the children. Another staff member was observed walking towards the children from the opposite end of the hallway. This staff member was just observed and counted in ratios for a classroom on the 1st floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 24, 2023
Apr 13, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23: 1. There was an unwound hose in the outside area leading to the outdoor play area. 2. There was excess foliage growing in the path to the outdoor play area. 3. There was an unassembled playground clubhouse in a box at the entrance to the outdoor play area.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.119 Infant sleep position
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, in Room 1, 3 infants were observed sleeping in infant chairs/rockers.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2023
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, child #1 had emergency contact information electronically signed on 9/15/22 which is outside of the required 6-month update.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.25(b) Post the inspection summary
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, the provider did not have a copy of the inspection summary posted for the parents to access in a conspicuous location.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, staff person #1and #2 did not have a NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) certificate.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, the provider did not have adequate instruction for the parents to access the regulations electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection on 4/13/23, staff person #3 had a health assessment dated 10/10/19. She is required to have a new health assessment every 24-months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 17, 2024
- Nov 18, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 24, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, STAFF PERSON #3, 4, 9 AND 14 DID NOT HAVE THE REQUIRE ANNUAL MINIMUM 12 CLOCK HOURS OF CHILD CARE TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 13, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, STAFF PERSON #1,3,5,7,8 AND 12 DID NOT HAVE 2 WRITTEN, NONFAMILY REFERENCES.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, STAFF PERSON #2 AND 3 DID NOT HAVE HEALTH ASSESSMENTS COMPLETED WITHIN THE LAST 24 MONTHS.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.124(f) Updated every 6 months
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, CHILD #1 HAD EMERGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION THAT WAS NOT UPDATED WITHIN THE REQUIRED 6-MONTH PERIOD. IT WAS DATED 4/30/21.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22: 1. ROOM #4 HAD EXPOSED SCREWS ON THE WALL OPPOSITE THE ROOM'S ENTRANCE. 2. ROOM #6 HAD FRAYED ELECTRICAL TAPE ON THE FLOOR.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2022
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, ROOM #3 AND 4 DID NOT HAVE FIRST-AID KITS.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2022
3270.61(f)/3270.101(a) No business simultaneous use/Age appropriate
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, ROOM #4 AND ROOM #3 WERE NOT SET UP FOR CHILD CARE. THE ROOMS DID NOT HAVE FURNITURE OR TOYS APPROPRIATE TO DEVELOPMENTAL NEEDS OF THE CHILDREN. THESE ROOMS WERE STAGED FOR CHILD CARE AT INITIAL INSPECTION. THE ROOMS ARE NOW EMPTY AND NOT READY FOR CHILD CARE.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 20, 2022
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, STAFF PERSON #5,6,7,8,9,10,11,12,13 AND 14 HAS NOT COMPLETED THE FOLLOWING REQUIRED PRE-SERVICE TRAINING WITHIN 90 DAYS OF THEIR DATE OF HIRE : HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAINING.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 6/24/22, STAFF PERSON #2 HAS NOT COMPLETED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING WITHIN THE LAST 60 MONTHS. THIS IS EVIDENCED BY THE PREVIOUSLY DOCUMENTED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING ON FILE BEING DATED (9/14/16).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 18, 2022
Jun 2, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 6/2/22, THERE WAS SUPPROTING EVIDENCE TO CONCLUDE THAT STAFF PERSON #1 WOULD USE AN INAPPROPRIATE TONE TOWARDS THE CHILDREN AT THE FACILITY.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2022
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION ON 6/2/22, THERE WAS SUPPORTING EVIDENCE FROM EYE WITNESSES THAT VERIFIED THAT STAFF PERSON #1 WOULD FORCEFULLY MAKE CHILDREN SIT WHEN SHE WAS REDIRECTING THEM.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 15, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about New Horizons Montessori Academy
Is New Horizons Montessori Academy licensed?
Yes. New Horizons Montessori Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was New Horizons Montessori Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 7 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has New Horizons Montessori Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 24 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 New Horizons Montessori Academy care for?
205, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does New Horizons Montessori Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are New Horizons Montessori Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does New Horizons Montessori Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 363-0290 to ask.
What is New Horizons Montessori Academy's phone number?
(610) 363-0290.
Where is New Horizons Montessori Academy?
251 S Whitford Rd, Exton, PA 19341. The nearest other daycare we list is Celebree School of Exton, 0.4 miles away.