BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE EDUCATION

PHILADELPHIA, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity134
Est. price$774/mo

Contact information

Address4047 LANCASTER AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19104

CityPHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

CountyPhiladelphia

Phone(215) 382-3538

Operating details

Capacity134

SubsidiesY

License dateJuly 22, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 7/16/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High2
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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4047 LANCASTER AVE, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19104, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19104

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  3. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  4. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/16/2025

  • High1
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk7/16/2025

    Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

    During a renewal inspection conducted on 07/16/2025, the Certification Representative reviewed the personnel records of Staff #1 and Staff #2. The review found that Staff #1's file did not contain a National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR) clearance, and Staff #2's file was missing a current Child Abuse Clearance. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). SAFETY PLAN: The operator is required to submit to the Children and Youth Agency a plan of supervision or alternate arrangement as required by the Child Protective Services Law. LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: Facility Person # -- may 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. Facility Person #--- may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: The Director removed Staff #1 and Staff #2 from children's care and issued a Personnel Information Notice, changing their work status from active to inactive. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 7/16/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

12Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$774/month

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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: 134
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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