BUILDING BRIDGES SCHOOL FOR EARLY LEARNING
STATE COLLEGE, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2112 SANDY DR, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16803
CountyCentre
Phone(814) 862-9176
Operating details
Capacity94
SubsidiesY
License dateDecember 7, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 9/23/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium2
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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Location
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2112 SANDY DR, STATE COLLEGE, PA, 16803, STATE COLLEGE, PA 16803
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: 9/23/2025
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- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2025
- Medium-Low risk9/23/2025
Small Toys and Objects (3270.103)
During the physical site portion of the Renewal Inspection; staples were found on the floor below the bulletin boards in Deep Sea and Puddle Jumpers rooms. Staff were informed and policed the area, we discussed remedies for this situation. Requirement: 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. Correction: Staples will be picked up and thrown away. Classrooms scanned to be sure there were all picked up. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/7/2025 - Medium-Low risk6/23/2025
No physical punishment (3270.113(b))
During complaint investigation 6-23-25, it was determined through video and interviews that staff Person #1 grabbed Child #1 by the mouth/face squishing the child's cheeks/lips together during the encounter. Requirement: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child. Correction: The Teacher was terminated immediately . Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 6/20/2025
2024
- Medium risk9/9/2024
No peeling paint or plaster (3270.77(a))
During the renewal inspection 9-30-24, peeling paint and damaged plaster was encountered in the Deep Sea Divers room in the back corner. Requirement: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: Facility will repair the damaged wall with Duct tape. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/30/2024
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- 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.
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,021/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: STATE COLLEGE, Centre County
- Capacity: 94
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
What parents actually pay
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