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Great Beginnings Day Care 1
Brookline Blvd Erlingto, Havertown PA 19083 · License #CER-00241202 · Child Care Center
Contact
- Phone
- (610) 449-0590
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- Address
- Brookline Blvd Erlingto, Havertown PA 19083 · Directions
Hours
Not published by the state. Owners can add hours via profile claim.
Care & schedule
When they operate
Ages served
- 1-Star quality rating
- Accepts Child Care Works subsidy
- Licensed for 121 children
How this facility compares
Violations per inspection, 3-yrInspection history & violations
Source: Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning- Violation
3270.31(e) · A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #1 did not have a complete FBI on file.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the sink in the 3rd floor bathroom temperature was 113 degrees.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- 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 the renewal inspection cert rep observed the Markers and Rulers classroom cots were not 2 feet of space on three sides during nap time.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1-3 emergency contact did not include information on any disability on file.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- 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 the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact did not include the release persons address and phone number.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.131(d)(5) · A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #3 health assessment did not have current immunizations on file.
Corrected by Jun 22, 2026
- Violation
3270.61 · Measurement and use of inodoor child care space.
During the renewal inspection open space classroom was not set up for child care.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) · The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person #1 and 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the file for staff #1 and 2 did not have the FBI clearance.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the renewal inspection the girls bathroom toilet handle was broke.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.106(c) · Stacked cribs may not be used.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the cots were stacked on top of each other with bedding on them.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- 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.
During the renewal inspection the cert rep observed the shaken baby syndrome policy did not include the identification and prevention of child maltreatment.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.107 · A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the books classroom refrigerator thermometer was 54 degrees.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.111(a) · A written plan of daily activities and routines, including a time for free play shall be established for each group. The plan shall be flexible to accommodate the needs of individual children and the dynamics of the group.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the bubbles and open space classrooms did not have a daily schedule of activities posted.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(b)(5) · Emergency contact information must include information on the child's special needs, as specified by the child's parent, physician, physician's assistant or CRNP, which is needed in an emergency situation.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 and 4 emergency contact did not include the information on the child's disability.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.124(f) · 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 the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 emergency contact was not updated at least once in a 6-month period.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed child #1 and 2 did not have a health assessment on file.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(1) · A facility person's record shall include the name, address and telephone number of the facility person.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the file of staff #4 did not have verification of name and address.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.192(2)(iv) · A facility person's record shall include acceptable verification of experience, education or training is a transcript or a diploma or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the file of staff #3 and 4 did not have verification of education on file.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.27(a)(5) · The facility shall have an emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
During the renewal inspection cert rep observed the emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.
Corrected by Jun 27, 2025
- Violation
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
Certification representative observed during renewal inspection on 6/21/2022 that the chairs imbedded in the tables in Crayon's classroom and Balloons classroom did not have safety straps in the chairs.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.27(d) · The operator shall post the emergency plan in the facility at a conspicuous location.
During onsite inspection on 6/21/2022, certification representative observed that facility did not have an emergency plan posted for families to view.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.65 · Protective receptacle covers shall be placed in electrical outlets accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Certification representative observed during the renewal inspection dated 6/21/2022 that 2 electrical outlets did not have protective covers on them. The two rooms were the Crayons classroom and the indoor play area. In Both rooms, the outlets were accessible to children.
Corrected by Jul 21, 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.
During renewal inspection dated 6/21/2022, certification representative observed a container of hand sanitizer in the crayon room that was sitting on the table that was within the children's reach.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- 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 on 6/21/2022 certification representative observed that 2 windows in Markers classroom and 2 windows in rulers classroom did not have operable latches on them to prevent the windows from opening more than 6 inches.
Corrected by Jul 21, 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.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/2022 certification representative observed paint peeling in 3 locations. The locations are: in Pencil's classroom on the baseboard heating duct, in Crayon classroom on the wall, and paint peeling on the hallway wall outside the classrooms.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.102(b) · Toys soiled by secretion or excretion shall be cleaned with soap and water, rinsed and sanitized before being used by a child.
Certification representative observed during renewal inspection on 6/21/2022 that a buggie that transports the children was soiled and needs to be cleaned.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.124(b)(3) · Emergency contact information must include the home and work addresses and telephone numbers of the enrolling parent.
Certification representative observed during renewal inspection that children #2 and #3 did not have the parents work phone number listed on the emergency contact information sheet in each child's file.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.131(b)(2) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child.
While reviewing child file #3 during the renewal inspection dated 6/21/2022, certification representative observed that child #3 did not have an updated health report complete with immunization record. The previous health report had expired.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.133(5) · Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/22 certification representative observed that two children onsite medications had expired.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.182(6) · A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
On 6/21/2022 during renewal inspection certification representative observed that child record for child #1 did not have a parental signature for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Corrected by Jul 21, 2022
- Violation
3270.33(d) · One or more facility persons competent in pediatric first-aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation techniques shall be at the facility when one or more children are in care.
During renewal inspection on 6/21/2022 certification representative noticed that staff person #1 did not have the required Pediatric CPR and First Aid training completed.
Corrected by Jul 6, 2022
Questions to ask on your tour
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
- 1The Jun 4, 2026 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection cert rep observed staff #2 did not have 12 clock hours of child care training on file.” — what has changed since then?
- 2The Jun 5, 2025 inspection noted: “During the renewal inspection open space classroom was not set up for child care.” — what has changed since then?
- 3The Jun 21, 2022 inspection noted: “Certification representative observed during renewal inspection on 6/21/2022 that the chairs imbedded in the tables in Crayon's classroom and Balloons classroom…” — what has changed since then?
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