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UPPER DARBY, PAChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity150
Est. price$774/mo

Contact information

Address8002 W CHESTER PIKE # 04, UPPER DARBY, PA, 19082

CityUPPER DARBY, PA 19082

CountyDelaware

Phone(610) 789-3060

Operating details

Capacity150

SubsidiesY

License dateNovember 23, 2025

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/22/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High1
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium3
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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8002 W CHESTER PIKE # 04, UPPER DARBY, PA, 19082, UPPER DARBY, PA 19082

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. They accept child care subsidies - ask what the enrollment process looks like and whether there is a waitlist for subsidized spots
  4. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 8/22/2025

  • High0
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    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): Several staff person's record did not contain the required CPSL hiring documents. #1-hired 2/26/25-NSOR not completed prior to working with children-3/5/25) (#2-hired 5/6/25-NSOR not completed prior to working with children-5/8/25) (#3-hired 9/8/25-CHILD ABUSE not completed prior to working with children-9/22/25) (#4-hired 9/8/25- no completed NSOR on file) 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 9/24/2025
  2. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    Several children's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#1, #2, and #3) Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Complete and submit a current up-to-date child service report for the indicated children. Ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation. Correction: A current up-to-date child service report will be completed and submitted for the indicated children. We will ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/24/2025
  3. Medium risk4/9/2025

    Restraints prohibited (3270.113(e))

    On 4/9/25, children in the young toddler classroom were observed strapped in chairs restricting their movement. The restraints were not prescribed as adaptive equipment for children with special needs. Requirement: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs. The chair straps cannot be used to restrict or confine a child's movement. Cease using the chair straps to restrict the child's movement. Develop and submit written policies regarding the proper use of toddler chairs. Notify all facility staff persons of this policy. Submit verification of the notification. Correction: The straps were removed from the chairs. Chair straps will not be used to restrict the child's movement. We will develop and submit written policies regarding the proper use of toddler chairs. We will notify all facility staff persons of this policy and submit verification of the notification. The chair straps will no longer be used to restrict the child's movement. Inspection: Complaints- Legal Location. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 4/9/2025

2024

  1. Medium-High risk11/5/2024

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    Several children's records did not contain a child service report that had been completed within the past 6 months. (#1, #2 and #3) Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Complete and submit a current up-to-date child service report for the indicated child. Ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation. Correction: A current up-to-date child service report will be completed ad submitted for the indicated child/children. We will ensure that child service reports are completed for all children as specified in this regulation. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 12/22/2024

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

8Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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  • 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

$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: UPPER DARBY, Delaware County
  • Capacity: 150
  • Type: Child Care Center
  • Years in operation: 1

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