HOPE INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE
JENKINTOWN, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address261 OLD YORK RD, JENKINTOWN, PA, 19046
CountyMontgomery
Phone(215) 621-6302
Operating details
Capacity40
SubsidiesY
License dateNovember 13, 2025
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/9/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
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- Medium-High2
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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261 OLD YORK RD, JENKINTOWN, PA, 19046, JENKINTOWN, PA 19046
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 4/9/2026
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2026
- Medium-High riskStandard 124/9/2026
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))
On the day observing the files Staff#1 did not have a current physical and TB test in the files. 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. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: The provider will be in compliance with 3270.151(a)/.192(3) at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/30/2026 - Medium risk4/9/2026
Two written references (3270.192(5))
On the day observing the files staff#1 only had 1 nonfamily reference in the file. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: The Provider will be in compliance with 3270.192(5) at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 4/17/2026 - Medium-High risk4/9/2026
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(a)/3270.182(1))
On the day observing the files Child#1 did not have a current physical and immunizations in the files. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent of an enrolled child, including a child, a foster child and a relative of an operator or a facility person, to provide an initial health report no later than 60 days following the first day of attendance at the facility. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: The facility will be in compliance with 3270.131(a)/.18(1) at all times. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 5/11/2026
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$860/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: JENKINTOWN, Montgomery County
- Capacity: 40
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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