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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Brightside Academy Early Care Education
217 W Lehigh Ave # 31, Philadelphia PA 19133 · License #CER-00247456 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.20(a)(1) · 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.
During the complaint investigation conducted 6/3/26, It was found that child # 1 received emergency room treatment following an incident that occurred on 5/22/26 and the operator failed to notify the regional office of the incident. '
Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the premises shall be supervised by a staff person at all times.
During the complaint investigation conducted 6/3/26, It was found that child # 1 was not supervised by a staff person at all times when an incident occurred on such and such date where child # 1 was present in classroom # 5 with staff person # 1 and # 2 and the staff person was not aware that the child injured.
Corrected Corrected by Jun 12, 2026
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Generated from this facility's specific inspection record
Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
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 the complaint investigation conducted 4/21/26, walls, floors and tables were observed stained with dirt throughout the facility.
Corrected Corrected by May 8, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
During the complaint investigation conducted 4/21/26, It was found that staff person # 1 used a form of physical punishment towards child #2 when shaking the child as well as throwing a ball and hitting child # 1 in the head. Staff #1 also yanked child #1 by the foot.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2026
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(d) · A facility person may not use harsh, demeaning or abusive language in the presence of children.
During the complaint investigation conducted 4/21/26, it was found that staff #1 used harsh language towards child #2.
Corrected Corrected by May 21, 2026
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.
During the unannounced inspection conducted 3/18/26, water stains were observed in the ceilings of room #8, #9, #10 and #12.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
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 the unannounced inspection conducted 3/18/26, chip paint was observed on the purple corner area of the wall near the classroom sink in room #7. Chip paint was also observed on the purple wall near the manipulative tabletop section in room #7. In room #8 chip paint was observed on the orange wall column pilaster.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 26, 2026
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.82(g) · Toilet areas and fixtures shall be cleaned daily and be in good repair.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, the sink handle in room 9 was observed broken. The toilet in room 16 also did not flush.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
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 the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, 2 outlets were observed without protective receptacle covers in room 10.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 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 the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, Lysol cleaning spray was observed in a low unlocked cabinet accessible to children in room 1, 8 and 9.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.67(c) · Evidence of infestation of insects or rodents in the facility is not permitted.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, mice dropping were observed under the sink in room 10.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, water stains were observed in the ceiling of room 3, 8 and 10.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 23, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, there were no handwashing signs that state A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating, posted over the sinks in room 4/6.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 20, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(3) · A health report shall include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 did not include a list of the child's current medication and the reason for the medication.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.131(d)(4) · A health report shall include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 did not include an assessment of an acute or chronic health problem or special need and recommendations for treatment or services, including information regarding abnormal results of screening tests for vision, hearing or lead poisoning.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
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 childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, the health assessment reviewed for child #1 did not include a statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 29, 2025
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
During the renewal inspection conducted 10/20/25, bottles were observed not labeled with the child's name in room 1. (Infant Room)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 20, 2025
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii) · An assistant group supervisor shall have a high school diploma or a general educational development certificate and 2 years experience with children. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the unannounced inspection conducted 2/18/2025, the record reviewed for staff #1 and #2 did not include verification of childcare experience for the position performing. (Assistant Group Supervisor).
Corrected Corrected by Mar 3, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 the unannounced inspection conducted 2/18/2025, peeled paint was observed on the purple wall in the preschool classroom near the circle time area.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 20, 2025
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.69(b) · Hot water temperature, in areas accessible to children, may not exceed 110° F.
During the renewal inspection conducted October 9, 2024, the hot water temperature was tested via a thermometer and read 114 degrees in both the orange children's bathrooms and room 9 school age sink.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 10, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(a) · A facility shall provide indoor child care space for individual and group small muscle activity.
During the renewal inspection conducted October 9, 2024, Room 11, previously known as room13 childcare space with a capacity for 16 children was observed being used as storage with furniture, cots, suitcases and extra toys.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2024
Category: ratio. 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 the renewal inspection conducted October 9, 2024, heavy duty degreaser cleaning spray was observed in a low unlocked cabinet in room 10. Heavy duty degreaser spray, Lysol sanitizing spray, A & D ointment and Aquaphor diaper cream was observed in an open, unlocked diaper changing table accessible to children in the orange children's bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 9, 2024
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.
During the renewal inspection conducted October 9, 2024, the ceiling in room 1, 2, 4, 5, 14 and 16 were observed with water stains. The floor in the indoor play space was observed dirty with several stains.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 18, 2024
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)).
During the renewal inspection conducted October 9, 2024, the annual fire inspection report presented expired 9/25/2024. There was no current report available for review.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 the unannounced inspection on July 3, 2024 Lysol cleaning spray and orange all-purpose disinfect spray was observed on a low shelf accessible to children in the young and older school age classroom.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 4, 2024
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.
During the unannounced inspection on July 3, 2024 the afterschool classrooms floor, walls and cabinets were observed dirty. There was a long, broken piece of wood from the chalk board on the floor inside of the classroom that the children had access to.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 9, 2024
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.166(4) · Disposable nursers and bottles shall be labeled with the child's name.
During the unannounced inspection on July 3, 2024, an Infant bottle was observed not labeled with the child's name.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 3, 2024
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 a renewal inspection conducted on 10/17/2023, the Certification representative conducted a walkthrough of the facility and discovered a toilet bowel cleaner sitting on the top of the locked cabinet. (Corrected on Site)
Corrected Corrected by Oct 17, 2023
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.51/3270.52 · When children are grouped in similar age levels, the following maximum child group sizes and ratios of staff persons apply: Infants 1:4 with a maximum group size of 8; Young toddlers 1:5 with a maximum group size of 10; Older toddlers 1:6 with a maximum group size of 12; Preschool children 1:10 with a maximum group size of 20; Young school-age children 1:12 with a maximum group size of 24; Older school-age children 1:15 with a maximum group size of 30. 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). The required staff:child ratios must be maintained at all times. Develop and submit a written staffing plan including provisions for staff shortages including but not limited to call outs, scheduling, terminations, resignations and operational tasks that impact staffing and times of transition to ensure ongoing compliance. Submit a copy of the written staffing plan.
Om 4/27/23, operator acknowledged the facility was not in compliance with staff/child ratios in several classrooms on 3/27/23 due to insufficient staffing.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 27, 2023
Category: ratio. 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). 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 #1,2 and 3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, staff persons #1, 2 and 3 did not have NSOR (National Sex Offender Registry) Certificates.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.61(f) · Indoor space in which children are receiving care may not be used simultaneously for other business, commercial, social or another purpose unrelated to the child care being offered.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, 5 rooms approved as classrooms were not set up for childcare and were being used for storage. 1. Room #7 had excess boxes and materials. 2. Room #8 had a stained rug that was rolled and in the childcare space. 3. Room #14 had excess boxes in the childcare space. 4. Room #15 had a rolled-up carpet and a frayed carpet. 5. Room #17 had boxes and crates in the childcare space.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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 the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, the electrical outlet in Room #17 and in the Indoor Gym did not have a protective receptacle cover.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, the first aid kit in Room #16 did not have scissors.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 1, 2022
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.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, 1. Both the boy's and the girl's bathrooms had paper towel dispensers that were in poor repair having no covers. 2. The toilets in the girl's bathroom had excess grime and dirt on the surrounding floor.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 15, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.124(c) · When children are in the facility, emergency contact information shall be present in a child care space for children receiving care in the space.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, child #3 did not have emergency contact information in the childcare space while in care.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 on 12/1/22, children #1(emergency contact information dated 12/8/21) and #2(emergency contact information dated 8/26/21) had not been updated within the required 6-month period.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 22, 2022
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.134(a) · A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered.
During the renewal inspection on 12/1/22, staff person #1 did not wash the child's hand after the observed diaper change.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 2, 2022
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.
During the renewal inspection, the doorknob and the lock on the gym door was not in good repair. They were both loose with the screws hanging out.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 4, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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 legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by sending copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of two months after DHS approves the documentation format.
During the monitoring inspection Staff 1 was covering a Preschool classroom for another staff and did not know the names of 2 of the 10 children that she was supervising.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 28, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)(1) · Each staff person shall be assigned the responsibility for supervision of specific children. The staff person shall know the names and whereabouts of the children in his assigned group. The staff person shall be physically present with the children in his group on the facility premises and on facility excursions off the facility premises.
During the monitoring inspection Staff 1 was covering a Preschool classroom for another staff and did not know the names of 2 of the 10 children that she was supervising.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 28, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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.
During the complaint investigation the provider acknowledged that Staff 1 was in the gym with Child 1 and 5 other young and old school age children. The children were playing and repeatedly turned off the lights rendering the room completely black. Child 1 was injured while the lights were off . When Staff 1 turned the lights back on, Child 1 was on the floor unconscious and bleeding.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · 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. The legal entity must submit documentation in a format approved by DHS proving that the facility procedure for counting children is followed at all times e.g., a checklist. The legal entity will confirm continuing compliance by maintaining a record of documentation at the facility for a period of 3 months after the form has been approved. The legal entity will send copies of the documentation to the Regional Office of Child Development and Early Learning on a weekly basis for a period of three months and the forms will be made available for review during unannounced visits. Verification of compliance with supervision will be completed by more than one on site visit at the facility over a three month period of time.
During the complaint investigation the provider acknowledged that Staff 1 was in the gym with Child 1 and 5 other young and old school age children. The children were playing and repeatedly turned off the lights rendering the room completely black. Child 1 was injured while the lights were off . When Staff 1 turned the lights back on, Child 1 was on the floor unconscious and bleeding.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a) · Children must be supervised at all times. The legal entity must arrange for all facility staff to receive a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children with an emphasis on supervision at all times and classroom management through the PA Key. SE Regional office of OCDEL will make the referral to the regional key.
During the complaint investigation the provider acknowledged that Staff 1 was in the gym with Child 1 and 5 other young and old school age children. The children were playing and repeatedly turned off the lights rendering the room completely black. Child 1 was injured while the lights were off . When Staff 1 turned the lights back on, Child 1 was on the floor unconscious and bleeding.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 30, 2021
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.62(a) · A facility shall provide outdoor or indoor play space to be used for large muscle activity which includes running, jumping, climbing and riding.
During the unannounced inspection the Provider informed the Certification Rep that the indoor playspace is not in use and will remain closed until the mats are cleaned.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 13, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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 the unannounced inspection there were electrical outlets without protective covers located in the gym that were accessible to children 5 years of age or younger.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.70(b) · If the indoor temperature exceeds 82° F in a child care space, a means of mechanical air circulation must be operating.
During the unannounced investigation the temperature in the gym was 86 F degrees and there was no mechanical air circulation operating.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 9, 2021
Category: physical safety. 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.
During the unannounced investigation the mats in the gym were stained and dirty. Both doorstops, behind each door, on the wall inside the gym were not in good repair. The doorstops were cracked and broken.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 12, 2021
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) · Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)).The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter shall ensure the requirements under subsection (a) are met.
During the unannounced inspection, the provider did not have a written record of manual testing of the fire detection system every 30 days.
Corrected Corrected by Aug 10, 2021
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.