A BRIGHT DAY EARLY LEARNING CENTER
PHILADELPHIA, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2840 HOLME AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19152
CountyPhiladelphia
Phone(215) 331-8800
Operating details
Capacity81
SubsidiesY
License dateSeptember 4, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/26/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High9
- Medium6
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
Join the waitlist
Not ready to tour? Get on the waitlist and we'll notify the center you're interested.
Location
Using Address for Location
Exact coordinates aren't available, but you can view this location at:
2840 HOLME AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19152, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19152
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/26/2025
- High0
- Medium-High4
- Medium2
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk6/26/2025
Exemption documentation from parent/guardian (3270.131(e)(2)(i))
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #1 did not include a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent for exemption from immunization. Requirement: Exemption from immunization for religious belief or strong personal objection equated to a religious belief shall be documented by a written, signed and dated statement from the child's parent or guardian. The statement shall be kept in the child's record. Correction: The mother wrote a note about the refusal of the child receiving vaccines. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/26/2025 - Medium-High risk6/26/2025
Name/address/phone release person (3270.124(b)(7))
At the time of the inspection, the file of child #2 and #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Requirement: 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. Correction: Have parents add the address of the person the child can be released too. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/30/2025 - Medium-High risk6/26/2025
Refrigerator (3270.107)
At the time of the inspection, the thermometer in the butterflies room refrigerator was observed at 50 degrees. Requirement: 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. Correction: Thermostat was put on a lower setting in the refrigerator. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/30/2025 - Medium risk6/26/2025
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
At the time of the inspection, peeled paint was observed in the butterflies and camp room. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Paint the parts where paint is chipped. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 7/3/2025 - Medium-High risk6/26/2025
Locked or inaccessible (3270.66(a))
At the time of the inspection, diaper cream and sunscreen were observed in the turtles room in an accessible location to children. Non-compliance was corrected on site. Requirement: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Correction: Provider placed the sunscreen and diaper cream in an inaccessible location from children. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/26/2025 - Medium riskStandard 22/18/2025
2 feet apart (3270.106(f))
At the time of the inspection, the cots in the Young Toddler and Preschool rooms did not have 2 feet on 3 sides. Non-compliance was corrected onsite. Requirement: 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. Correction: Provider and staff person arranged the cots with at least 2 feet of space on three sides. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/18/2025 - Medium-Low risk2/18/2025
Clean, age appropriate (3270.106(a))
At the time of the inspection, child #1 was observed sleeping in the rocker. Requirement: 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. Correction: Spoke with teachers in the infant room, and reminded them about the rule. Inspection: Allocated Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 2/19/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$817/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in Pennsylvania run about $1,099/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in Pennsylvania by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: PHILADELPHIA, Philadelphia County
- Capacity: 81
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
No parent-reported prices yet. If your child attends here, you can be the first to add one.
Parent Reviews
More daycares in PHILADELPHIA, PA
- KIRRA ERWIN · 4.5★
- MAGIC MOMENTS FAMILY CHILD CARE · 4.5★
- MISS DEES SWEET PEAS · 4.5★
- NATALYE A DELEGAL · 4.5★
- A CHILDS FIRST STEP II · 4.5★
- MUNLYNS MUNCHKINS DAYCARE LLC II · 4.5★
- SAFE HAVEN TREEHOUSE LEARNING ACADEMY LLC · 4.5★
- SCHOLARLY MINDS ACADEMY LLC · 4.5★