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Play And Learn Center-Collegeville
35 Evansburg Rd Ste 2, Collegeville PA 19426 · License #CER-00244551 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (610) 489-7433
- Website
- www.playandlearn.com
- Address
- 35 Evansburg Rd Ste 2, Collegeville PA 19426 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 4-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 102 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that the First Aid kit in School-Aged room #1 did not contain soap.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(c) · The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 and Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1 and Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not possess a current Child Abuse Registry Clearance or NSOR Verification Letter. Certification Staff also observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess a Child Abuse Registry Clearance or FBI Criminal History Background Clearance.
Corrected by Jul 30, 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that electrical outlets in Young Toddler room #5 and School-Aged room #1 lacked protective covers.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed hand sanitizer on top of a bookshelf in Preschool room #2 that was not made inaccessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 30, 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed chipped paint and exposed plaster on a wall in Preschool room #4 and on a wall in School-Aged room #1.
Corrected by Aug 6, 2025
- Violation
3270.106(f) · At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed Child #6 in Preschool room #2 laying on rest equipment in an area that did not allow 2 feet of space on 3 sides.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- 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 renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Preschool room #2, Older Toddler room #3, and Older Toddler room #4 lack contact information for individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Certification staff observed that Emergency Contact Forms for several children in Older Toddler room #3 and Preschool room #4 were not reviewed or updated every 6 months.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.133(5)/3270.133(6) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label. A parent shall provide written consent for administration of medication or a special diet.
During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed expired non-prescription medication for a child in Older Toddler room #3. Certification staff also observed that the written consent form authorizing the provider to administer non-prescription medication to a child in Older Toddler room #3 was out of date.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) · A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #1 did not receive a health assessment within 12 months prior to providing initial service.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- 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 on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that Facility Person #2 did not possess two written, non-family references from individuals attesting to his/her suitability to serve as a Facility Person.
Corrected by Jul 30, 2025
- Violation
3270.20(a)(1)/3270.20(b) · The operator shall immediately notify a child's parent and shall telephone notice to the appropriate regional office within 24 hours if a child in care at the facility is hospitalized or receives emergency room treatment. The operator shall mail or deliver a written report to the appropriate regional office within 72 hours after hospitalization of a child in care, emergency room treatment of a child in care, death of a child in care, a facility fire requiring the services of a fire department.
Operator was notified that a child who receives care at the facility was hospitalized. Operator did not report to OCDEL.
Corrected by Aug 14, 2025
- 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 spray bottle accessible in butterflies and pioneer's room. Certification rep also observed cleaning wipes accessible in pioneers' room.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2024
- 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 plaster in the butterflies bathroom and on the wall in the adventures room
Corrected by Aug 27, 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 for child 1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Aug 27, 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 file. Emergency contact for child 1 and child 2 were missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Aug 27, 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 3,5 and 6 were missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.181(c) · A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Fee agreement for child 4 expired.
Corrected by Aug 27, 2024
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temperature in the Explorers room. The water temperature was 114° F.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- 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.
During renewal inspection certification rep observed loose baseboard by the emergency exit in the Explorers Room.
Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
- 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 the following rooms: Butterflies, Adventurers, and Explorers
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
During renewal inspection, certification rep observed missing handwashing signs above the toilets in the bathroom in Butterflies room
Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
- 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 a mat chart but the cots were not numbered in the Butterflies room
Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
- 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 for child 1,2 and 6 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(2) · Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing the address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
- 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 6 was missing work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3) · Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 6 was missing signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission.
Corrected by Oct 24, 2023
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(3) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall implement dismissal policies in accordance with the Department of Health regulation in 28 Pa. Code § 27.77 (relating to immunization requirements for children in child care group settings).
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 4, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.
Corrected by Oct 23, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(3) · The label of a medication container shall identify the name of the medication and the name of the child for whom the medication is intended. Medication shall be administered to only the child whose name appears on the container.
During renewal inspection certification rep found a Benadryl and Albuterol that was not in a labeled medication container inside the cabinet near the first aid bag in the Butterflies room. Certification rep also found an Epi-pen that was not in a labeled medication container in the Pioneers room.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.133(7) · An operator is responsible to establish and maintain a medication log if prescription or nonprescription medication is administered.
During renewal inspection certification rep asked for medication log for child 8 and 9.Child 8 and 9 did not have a medication log.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1, 3,4,5,6 and 8 was missing signed parental consent for transportation.
Corrected by Oct 26, 2023
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PROTECTIVE RECEPTACLE COVERS WERE NOT IN PLACE IN THE OUTLET STRIP OBSERVED IN THE PIONEERS ROOM .
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- 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.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, DIAPER CREAM WAS OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WAS ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE. LYSOL WIPES AND BLEACH WERE OBSERVED UNDER THE SINK IN THE PIONEERS ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN DUE TO THE LOCK NOT BEING SECURE.
Corrected by Aug 18, 2022
- Violation
3270.66(d) · Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION TOXIC PLANTS (SNAKE PLANT, WANDERING JEW AND PEACE LILY) WERE OBSERVED IN THE CATERPILLAR ROOM, PIONEER ROOM AND EXPLORER ROOM.
Corrected by Aug 19, 2022
- Violation
3270.82(h) · A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A HAND WASHING SIGN STATING WHEN TO WASH HANDS WAS NOT PRESENT AT SINK IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM.
Corrected by Aug 22, 2022
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PLASTIC BAGS WERE OBSERVED IN THE CUBBIES IN THE CATERPILLAR AND BUTTERFLY ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN. PLASTIC BAGS WERE ALSO OBSERVED UNDER THE CHANGING TABLE IN THE BUTTERFLIES ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Corrected by Aug 17, 2022
- Violation
3270.111(b)/3270.124(e) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space. A written plan identifying the means of transporting a child to emergency care and staffing provisions in the event of an emergency shall be displayed conspicuously in every child care space and shall accompany a staff person who leaves on an excursion with children.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INPSECTION, THE DAILY SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES AND THE WRITTEN PLAN OF HOW A CHILD WILL BE TRANSPORTED TO EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE WERE NOT POSTED IN THE PK CLASSROOM.
Corrected by Aug 26, 2022
- Violation
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development in the following topics within 90 days of hire:
AT TIME OFF RENEWAL INSPECTION, STAFF PERSON #2(HIRED 4/26/21) DID NOT HAVE DOCUMENTION OF COMPLETING THE REQUIRED HEALTH AND SAFETY TRAININGS UNDER SECTION 3270.31 (f)(1) THROUGH (f)(9) WITHIN 90 DAYS OF HIRE.
Corrected by Sep 10, 2021
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # 1 AND #3 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 (HIRED 4/26/21) AND STAFF PERSON #3 (HIRED (6/26/17) DID NOT INCLUDE COMPLETE CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION AS REQUIRED UNDER THE CPSL. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETE FBI CLEARANCE, ONLY A RECEIPT DATED 8/20/21, AND THERE WAS NO NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE ON FILE. THE FILE FOR STAFF PERSON #3 DID NOT CONTAIN AN NSOR VERIFICATION CERTIFICATE.
Corrected by Sep 20, 2021
- Violation
3270.102(f) · Indoor play equipment for climbing shall be installed or used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, INDOOR CLIMBING EQUIPMENT WAS OBSERVED IN THE YOUNG TODDLER CLASSROOM AND THERE WAS NO PROTECTIVE SURFACING UNDER THE EQUIPMENT.
Corrected by Aug 30, 2021
- Violation
3270.103 · Toys and objects with a diameter of less than 1 inch, objects with removable parts that have a diameter of less than 1 inch, plastic bags and styrofoam objects may not be accessible to children who are still placing objects in their mouths.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, PLASTIC BAGS THAT WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN WERE OBSERVED IN THE OLDER TODDLER CLASSROOM ON THE COAT RACK, AND IN THE BATHROOM, AND IN THE YOUG TODDLER ROOM.
Corrected by Aug 24, 2021
- Violation
3270.95(a) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A RECEIPT/PROOF OF PURCHASE/INSTALLATION, AS TO WHEN THE FIRE SYSTEM FOR THE BUILDING WAS PURCHASED.
Corrected by Aug 24, 2021
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Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jul 30, 2025 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection on 07/30/25, Certification staff observed that the First Aid kit in School-Aged room #1 did not contain soap.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jul 30, 2025 inspection noted: “Operator was notified that a child who receives care at the facility was hospitalized. Operator did not report to OCDEL.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Aug 27, 2024 inspection noted: “During renewal inspection certification rep observed spray bottle accessible in butterflies and pioneer's room. Certification rep also observed cleaning wipes a…” — what has changed since then?
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