WIDENER CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER
CHESTER, PA·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1800 WALNUT ST, CHESTER, PA, 19013
CountyDelaware
Phone(610) 499-1097
Operating details
Capacity72
SubsidiesY
License dateJanuary 22, 2026
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 12/9/2024 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High14
- Medium6
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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1800 WALNUT ST, CHESTER, PA, 19013, CHESTER, PA 19013
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 12/9/2024
- High0
- Medium-High2
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2024
- Medium-High risk12/9/2024
Refrigerator (3270.107)
During the renewal inspection on 12/09/24, the refrigerator in the Busy Bees room did not have an operating thermometer. Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: We are getting a new refrigerator and will have an operating thermometer attached, we will meet with staff about the missing thermometer, and we will keep a weekly log for staff to sign-off at temperatures. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/16/2024 - Medium-High risk12/9/2024
Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster (3270.76/3270.77(a))
During the renewal inspection on 12/09/24, Certification Representative observed an area on the wall in Shining Stars bathroom that had peeling paint. Certification Representative also observed water stains on the ceiling in the Shining Stars classroom. Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility. Correction: We will reach out to maintenance to have them make the repairs. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).
Corrected 12/16/2024
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$1,021/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: CHESTER, Delaware County
- Capacity: 72
- Type: Child Care Center
- Years in operation: 1
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