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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Brightside Academy Early Care And Education
3230 N. 3RD STREET, Philadelphia PA 19140 · License #CER-00248711 · Center · Child Care Center
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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 Renewal Inspection on 11/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that the thermometer in a refrigerator in Infant Room #1 read 52° Fahrenheit.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: nutrition. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
During Renewal Inspection on 11/12/2025, Certification Staff observed that the updated Health Reports for Child #1 was not provided at least every 6 months.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 26, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.52 · When children are grouped in mixed age levels, the age of the youngest child in the group determines the staff:child ratio and maximum group size in accordance with the requirements in § 3270.51 (relating to similar age level).
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Facility staff disclosed that staff are sometimes out-of-ratio while transitioning children from the school grounds to the aftercare program.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(2) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times. Outdoor play space used by the facility is considered part of the facility premises. Children must be supervised at all times. The requirement for supervision on and off the facility premises includes compliance with the staff:child ratio requirements in §§ 3270.51--3270.55.
Staff Person #1 left a child unattended while off the facility premises.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 28, 2025
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During unannounced visit certification rep checked the water temperature. The water temperature was 118° F in the bathroom in room 19, 125° F in the sink in room 19. The bathroom across room 10 was 114° F (first sink) and 116° F (3rd sink).
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
During unannounced visit certification rep observed chipped paint in room 2, room 5/6 and room 9
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) · Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in firesafety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Fire safety training for staff 1 is dated 11-8-23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(a)(6) · A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing annual evaluation.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 15, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.34(c) · A director shall be employed by a facility and be present at the facility site a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Facility doesn't have a director on site for a minimum of 30 hours per week.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 6, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 resolve, cleaning spray bottle and detergent accessible to children.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep check the water temp in the children's bathroom. The water temperature was 111° F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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: room 2 and room 10. Corrected on site.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 13, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 1 was dated 7-11-23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 14, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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. Childcare experience for staff 2 needs to be verified.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.27(b) · The operator shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The operator shall document in writing each review and update of the emergency plan and kept on file at the facility.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency plan. The emergency plan was last updated on 9-27-22.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the faceplate for the outlet in room 10 missing
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 Lysol toilet bowl cleaner accessible to children in the bathroom in room 20
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During renewal inspection certification rep checked the water temp in the infant room. The water temperature was 116° F.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.77(a) · Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.
Durig renewal inspection certification rep observed chipped paint in the following rooms: Room 2, Room 7/8, Room 9 and Room 19
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) · An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 4 did not specify the date of the child's admission.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 1 was missing address of the child's physician or source of medical care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 was missing address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Last health assessment for child 1 was dated 2-28-23.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 2 and 3, 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 Corrected by Dec 5, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(a)/3270.182(1) · The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports.
During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 2 was missing updated health assessment. Child's date of enrollment was 8-21-23. Health assessment on file expired on 8-19-23.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 may not work in a childcare 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 CONTAINED A VOLUNTEER PA CRIMINAL CLEARANCE, NOT A PA CRIMINAL CLEARNACE FOR EMPLOYMENT.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
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, CHARGING PORTS OBSERVED IN THE INFANT, AND PRE-K COUNTS CLASSROOMS WERE NOT IN USE AND DID NOT HAVE A PROTECTIVE COVERING ON THEM.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
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, AREAS OF THE GREEN AND PURPLE WALL IN THE YOUNG TODDLER ROOM WERE OBSERVED TO BE VISIBLY DIRTY
Corrected Corrected by Nov 28, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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, SMALL GOOGLY EYES AND OTHER ART/MANIPULATIVE MATERIALS WERE OBSERVED ON THE SHELF IN THE YOUNG TODDLER ROOM AND WERE ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2022
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(b)(1) · The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #1 WAS MORE THAN 6 MONTHS OLD.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(7) · 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.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE HEALTH REPORT FOR CHILD #2 DID NOT INCLUDE A STATMENT ANSWERED BY THE PHYSICIAN REGARDING IF THE CHILD IS ABLE TO PARTICIPATE IN CHILD CARE AND APPEARS TO BE FREE FROM CONTAGIOUS OR COMMUNICABLE DISEASES.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE FILE FOR FACILTIY PERSON #2 DID NOT HAVE TWO WRITTEN, NON-FAMILY REFERENCES.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 18, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.94(a)(9) · The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall conduct fire drills and ensure that a written record is maintained on file at the facility indicating the specific time of day of the drill, the hypothetical location of the fire, the evacuation time, and the names of the facility persons and the number of children who participate in the fire drill.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, INFORMATION RECORDED ON THE FIRE DRILL LOG DID NOT INCLUDE THE NAMES OF THE PARTICIPATING FACILITY PERSONS, ONLY THE NUMBER OF FACILITY PERSONS.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 8, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION THE FIRST AID KIT IN THE INFANT ROOM DID NOT CONTAIN SCISSORS OR TWEEZERS.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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, THE WALL VENT IN THE TODDLER ROOM HAD VISIBLE RUST AND DIRT ON IT
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.104(a) · Furniture must be durable, safe, easily cleaned and appropriate for the child's size, age and special needs.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, A CUBBIE IN THE PRE-SCHOOL ROOM, AND THREE CUBBIES IN THE SCHOOL AGE ROOM WERE LIGHTWEIGHT AND UNSTABLE AND COULD EASILY BE TIPPED FORWARD.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.111(b) · The written plan of daily activities shall be posted in the group space.
AT TIME OF RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE DAILY SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES WAS NOT POSTED IN THE TODDLER ROOM.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 3, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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, A RECEIPT INDICATING THE DATE OF PURCHASE OR INSTALLATION FOR THE FIRE SYSTEM WAS NOT ON FILE AT THE FACILITY AS REQUIRED UNDER ACT 62.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 13, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.