BRIGHTSIDE ACADEMY EARLY CARE EDUCATION
PHILADELPHIA, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2501 MCKEAN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19145
CountyPhiladelphia
Phone(215) 271-9701
Operating details
Capacity226
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 6, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 8/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High4
- Medium0
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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2501 MCKEAN ST, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19145, PHILADELPHIA, PA 19145
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- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/20/2025
- High1
- Medium-High3
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Training regarding plan (3270.27(c))
Several facility person's records did not include written verification that emergency plan training was completed at the time of initial employment. (#1, #2, #4, #5 and #6)) Requirement: 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. Provide and submit written verification of the completed training for all identified facility persons. Ensure that emergency plan training is completed and documented upon initial employment and annually. Correction: Staff persons will receive training in the emergency plan. Written verification of the completed emergency plan training will be submitted for all identified facility persons. We will ensure that emergency plan training is completed and documented upon initial employment and annually. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025 - Medium-High risk8/20/2025
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): Three facility person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-hired 8/5/24- Child Abuse completed 8/8/24- not prior to working with children) (4- hired 8/25/25- Child Abuse completed 8/29/24- not prior to working with children; FBI completed 8/30/25- no proof of request for FBI prior to working with children) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: 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. Revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the CPSL hiring requirements to ensure that all facility persons (new and existing) have the required CPSL clearance documents within the required timeframes in accordance with the CPSL. Correction: We will revise and submit written policies and procedures regarding the CPSL hiring requirements to ensure that all facility persons (new and existing) have the required CPSL clearance documents within the required timeframes in accordance with the CPSL. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 9/12/2025 - Medium-High riskStandard 128/20/2025
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter (3270.151(a))
Two staff person's records did not contain a health assessment completed within 12 months prior to the date of hire. (#3-hired 7/7/25 health assessment 2/15/24) (#5 hired 9/2/25 health assessment 8/3/24) Requirement: 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. Obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. Ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation. Correction: We will obtain and submit a current up-to-date health assessment for the identified staff persons. We will ensure that staff health assessments are completed within the required timeframes as specified in this regulation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 10/12/2025
2024
- High risk11/14/2024
Comply with CPSL (3270.32(a))
The facility was not in compliance with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services): One staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. (#1-mandated reporter training more than 60 months old-expired 4/26/24) Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS:). Facility persons are required to complete mandated reporter training in accordance with CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person cannot work alone with children unsupervised until the updated mandated reporter training has been completed. Submit a copy of the completed mandated reporter training for the identified staff person. Correction: Facility persons #1 will complete and submit the required mandated reporter training in accordance with CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Staff person will not work alone with children unsupervised until the updated mandated reporter training has been completed. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 11/14/2024
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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Estimated monthly cost
$774/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: 226
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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