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Home › PA › Philadelphia › Brightside Academy Early Care Education
138 W Chelten Ave # 48, Philadelphia PA 19144 · License #CER-00246610 · Center · Child Care Center
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3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
During the unannounced inspection on 4/20/26, staff #1 was observed on video singling out and mishandling child #1 while child was sitting at a table.
Corrected Corrected by Apr 14, 2026
Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.19(c) · Within 48 hours, a written report regarding the suspected child abuse shall be submitted by the operator or designated staff person to the CPS unit which has responsibility for investigating the report.
During the investigation on 12/18/25, it was determined that no report was made to CPS regarding the suspected child abuse.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Category: background checks. 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).
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
Disposition: Compliant - Finalized
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Data synced from Pennsylvania DHS, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on Jul 8, 2026 · Source records · Report an error
During the inspection on 12/18/25, it was observed that in the young toddler classroom there were 6 children with one staff and a one-year-old in the group.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 8, 2026
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(c) · A facility person may not single out the child for ridicule, threaten harm to the child or the child's family and may not specifically aim to degrade the child or the child's family.
During the investigation from 12/18/25-1/7/2026 it was determined that staff #1 inappropriately handled child #1as self-reported by program.
Corrected Corrected by Nov 24, 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 unannounced inspection on 11/25/25, it was observed that the floors, carpets, and sink stairs in the toddler rooms were not clean. It was observed that the bathroom walls were not clean and in good repair; toilet brushes in the bathroom were not clean.
Corrected Corrected by Dec 12, 2025
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.
During the complaint inspection on 9/26/25, it was observed on video footage that staff 1 and staff 2 were preoccupied and did not observe the interaction between child #1(standing) and child #2 sitting at a table when incident occurred.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 7, 2025
Category: supervision. 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 # 2 & #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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/25, it was observed that the records of (temporary) staff person #2 did not contain the correct State Police Criminal Clearance for an AGS as required by the CPSL. Volunteer clearance submitted. The records of facility person #3 did not contain the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
Category: background checks. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 9/4/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include verification of education for an AGS.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 22, 2025
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 the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that outlet covers were missing in Room 1 and the gym.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 11, 2024
Marked corrected in the state record.
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 on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of Staff person #2 did not include the 1-hour health and Safety update as required by the CCDBG.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 did not include emergency plan training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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 #1may not work in a child care position at the facility. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. 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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include the application for the Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI) clearance as required by the CPSL.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
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 renewal inspection on 90/11/24, it was observed that there was chipped paint in Room 6.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 11, 2024
Category: physical safety. 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 the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of child #1 did not include an updated health assessment. Document dated 2/23/24.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 30, 2024
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(a) · 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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person 1did not include a health assessment.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 12, 2024
Category: ratio. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 9/11/24, it was observed that the records of staff person#1 did not include verification of experience for an AGS.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2024
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
During the unannounced inspection on 1/3/24, it was reported that a child left the indoor gym and was in the hallway of another program unsupervised.
Corrected Corrected by Jan 4, 2024
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
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.
Continued non-compliance was observed during the unannounced inspection on 10/18/23 in that the windows on the 2nd floor that open directly to the outside had an opening of more than 6 inches.
Corrected Corrected by Oct 30, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 on 9/19/23, Staff person # 3 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person # 3 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Pediatric First Aid & CPR.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: supervision. 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 the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include Fire safety training.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 26, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.31(f) · Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10.
During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that Staff person # 2 has acceptable pediatric first aid/CPR training in an approved curriculum; however, the trainer has not provided documentation that they are an approved trainer in that training topic.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
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 the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that the windows on the 2nd floor that open directly to the outside had an opening of more than 6 inches.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
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 renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that a ceiling tile in the bathroom appeared brown stained. There was a broken paper towel dispenser in the bathroom.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 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.
During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that there was peeling paint on the rear bathroom stall dividing wall on the bottom near floor.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) · An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
During the renewal inspection on 9/1923, it was observed that the health records of staff person #1 did not include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination, and information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: health medication. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.192(2)(ii) · A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 9/19/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include verification of child care experience.
Corrected Corrected by Sep 20, 2023
Category: recordkeeping. 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.
At the time of inspection walls emergency exit stairwell had child and peeling paint.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2022
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.
Walls going to the out door play space needs to be painted. Outdoor play space surfaces are missing pieces and have trash and other debris in yard.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 16, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.114 · Weather permitting, children shall be taken out doors daily.
At the time of inspection children were not being taken outside daily although it was weather permitting.
Corrected Corrected by Feb 2, 2022
Category: physical safety. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) · 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. TIERED LIS: 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. The legal entity must receive DHS approval of the training content prior to scheduling the training. 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 three months after DHS approves the documentation format. 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.
At the time of investigation facility person #1 admitted to forgetting child in gym.
Corrected Corrected by Mar 2, 2022
Category: supervision. Marked corrected in the state record.
3270.113(b) · A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.
Facility person # 1 used physical punishment on child #1 by physically pushing child.
Corrected Corrected by Jul 8, 2021
Marked corrected in the state record.