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A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary
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About A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary
A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary is a child care center in Berwyn, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Capacity
- Not listed
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00251458
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 14, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 8 rules in all · 7 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Background checks 1
- Transportation 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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Jan 14, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/14/2026, staff person # 3's file was reviewed. Staff person # 3 file contained a health assessment that was valid for 11/19/23 to 11/19/25. The current health assessment is dated 12/21/25. The health assessment should have been updated prior to December 2025. Staff person #4 file was reviewed. Staff person # 4 file contained a health assessment that was valid for 12/17/23 to 12/17/23. The current health assessment is dated 1/6/2026. The health assessment should have been updated prior to January 2026.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2026
3270.67(d) Contaminated trash in closed plastic-lined receptacle
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/14/2026, Certification Representative observed 2 trashcans in the childcare space without lids. The trash cans contained food wrappers and used hand towels.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/14/2026, Staff member # 1 and 2 files contained out of state clearances that were obtained after the staff persons began working with children. Out of state clearances are required to be presented with the PA clearances at the outset of service at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 29, 2026
- Feb 20, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 10, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, Certification Representative (CR) viewed the videotape from the school cafeteria. The video tape showed staff member # 1 grabbing the child by the arm and dragging him across the floor and making him sit down.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, Certification Representative (CR) viewed the videotape from the school cafeteria. The video tape showed staff member # 1 grabbing the child by the arm and dragging him across the floor and making him sit down.”
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, 1 child file was reviewed. Child # 1 file did not contain a report for the incident when the child required 1st aid from the school nurse.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
Jun 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, Certification Representative (CR) viewed the videotape from the school cafeteria. The video tape showed staff member # 1 grabbing the child by the arm and dragging him across the floor and making him sit down.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, Certification Representative (CR) viewed the videotape from the school cafeteria. The video tape showed staff member # 1 grabbing the child by the arm and dragging him across the floor and making him sit down.”
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“During a complaint investigation conducted on 6/18/2024, 1 child file was reviewed. Child # 1 file did not contain a report for the incident when the child required 1st aid from the school nurse.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
Jan 23, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.182(6) Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/23/2024, 5 child files were reviewed. Child # 1,2,3,4 and 5 files included an emergency contact form that did not address parental consent for swimming and wading.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 23, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During a renewal inspection conducted on 1/23/2024, 6 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 and 2 files did not contain verification of annual training on the facility's emergency plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2024
Jun 13, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Child #1 did not have emergency contact information in the child care space where they were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
3270.171(c) Safe routes posted
“The facility did not have notification of safe routes posted at a conspicuous location in the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2023
Nov 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.24(a)/3270.191 Immediate access/Individual Records
“While conducted a follow-up inspection, continued noncompliance observing staff persons #1 and 2 were caring for children without having a complete file on site. Department Representative did not have immediate access to these records at time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 17, 2022
Oct 3, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection conducted on 10/03/22 child care space had a total of 22 children present. Staff person #1 was asked for the names of the children responsible for. Staff person #1 could not identify children specifically assigned to child care group.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.191 Individual Records
“It was observed on 10/03/22 the program could not provide staff persons records at the time of the inspection, and did not have these files on site physically or electronically.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.27(a)(5) Emergency plan
“It was observed on 10/03/22 the program's emergency plan did not include emergency plan that provides for accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“It was observed on 10/03/22 the program did not have verification of annual emergency drill being conducted.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.25(a) Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations
“It was observed on 10/03/22 the facilities current certificate of compliance was not posted in a conspicuous location used for parents to access.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary
Is A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary licensed?
Yes. A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 14, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 7 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 93% of Pennsylvania daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 14. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Does A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 272-8085 to ask.
What is A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary's phone number?
(610) 272-8085.
Where is A Childs Place at Hillside Elementary?
507 Howellville Rd, Berwyn, PA 19312. The nearest other daycare we list is International Montessori Schools at Paoli, 1 miles away.