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Beth Sholom Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 244
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Beth Sholom Preschool
Beth Sholom Preschool is a child care center in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 244 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 25 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 244 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 244 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Beth Sholom Preschool
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 244 children
- License number
- #CER-00254470
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 20, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 25 rules in all · 25 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 14
- Staff training and qualifications 7
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 1
- Background checks 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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Aug 20, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 used harsh demeaning language in front of a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 grabbed a child out of line during a transition.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 dragged child #1 during a transition.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
Aug 20, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 used harsh demeaning language in front of a child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 grabbed a child out of line during a transition.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 dragged child #1 during a transition.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2026
May 20, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“At the time of the unannounced inspection on 5/20/26, it was found that on 5/11/26 staff #1 sat a child away from the children during lunchtime.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of the unannounced inspection on 5/20/26, it was found that on 5/11/26, staff #1 screamed at the child during lunchtime.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
3270.19(a) Required to report
“At the time of the unannounced inspection on 5/20/26, it was found that the co-staff did not report incident that occurred on 5/11/26 to program director.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection on 5/20/26, it was found that on 5/11/26 staff #1 was seen grabbing child #1 by the arm..”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 10, 2026
- Mar 12, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 7, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 10, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that on March 6, 2025, child #1 and #2 were left unattended in the hall for about 30 seconds at the exit door by staff #1 and #2 during a transition to the outside play area. The staff did not alert director or security for a full 30 minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2025
Dec 23, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of the renewal inspection, all children were missing updated emergency contact forms and agreements.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(i) Age and Training
“At the time of the renewal inspection, it was found that staff #1 did not have proof of pediatric first aid & CPR.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“At the time of the renewal inspection, staff #1 and #2 did not have proof of fire safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
Nov 18, 2024Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the complaint investigation on 11/18/24, it was found that the staff person #1 picked up a child inappropriately on 11/7/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 18, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the complaint investigation on 11/18/24, it was found that the staff person #1 picked up a child inappropriately on 11/7/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2025
Aug 7, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the complaint inspection, Staff #1 was observed inappropriately supervising Child #1 by picking her up and putting her down forcibly on a chair and dragging her across the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2024
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the complaint inspection, Staff #1 was observed inappropriately supervising Child #1 by picking her up and putting her down forcibly on a chair and dragging her across the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2024
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“At the time of the complaint inspection, it was found that on 8/5/24 staff #2 was working with staff #1 and was observed alone with 10 preschool children. Staff #2 is not qualified to work as an assistant group supervisor.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of the complaint investigation, it was found that staff #1 has used harsh language towards child #1 by yelling aggressively at child.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 6, 2024
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“At the time of the complaint investigation, it was found that staff #1 has used harsh language towards child #1 by yelling aggressively at child.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 30, 2024
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Mar 25, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time of the renewal inspection staff #2 did not provide proof of Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“At the time of the renewal inspection staff 8, and staff 15 did not provide proof of a high school diploma and two years experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“At the time of the renewal inspection all staff employed at the facility for more than one year did not provide proof of 12 hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of the renewal inspection, staff 7, 8, 10, and 15 did not have proof of emergency plan training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“At the time of the renewal inspection staff 2 did not have a current PA State Police Clearance, staff 8 did not have a current NSOR certificate, and staff #10 did not have a current DHS FBI.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
3270.34(b) Director qualifications
“At the time of the renewal inspection staff #1 did not provide proof of a required qualification level specified by the state regulations.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2024
Nov 15, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“At the time of the unannounced inspection, it was found that staff #1 had taped a child's diaper so that the child would not be able to reach inside the diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2023
Mar 16, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“On the day observing the files for Child#1, Child#2 Child#3 and Child#4 which is missing the start date on the agreement form.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 10, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Observing the files Staff#3 hired over 90 days do not have the Health and Safety Training in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“On the day observing the files Staff# 3 hired over 90 days did not have proof of Pediatric CPR and First Aid training in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2023
3270.31(e)(1)(ii) Age and Training
“On the day observing the files Staff#1 is missing 3 clock hours of annual childcare training hours. Staff#3 is missing 12 hours of child care training hours.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On the day observing the files Staff#2, Staff#4 and Staff#5 do not have the updated 1-hour health and safety in the file.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 27, 2023
Jun 23, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“OBSERVING THE PAPAERWORK FOR THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE FACILITY HAD NOT DEVELOPED POLICIES REGARDING SHAKEN BABY SYNDROME/ABUSIVE HEAD TRAUMA, CHILD MALTREATMENT, OR STRATEGIES FOR COPING WITH CRYING, FUSSING OR DISTRAUGHT CHILD, AS REQUIRED UNDER FEDERAL REGULATIONS 45 CFR 98.41(a)(1)(vi).”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 12, 2022
- Oct 21, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Beth Sholom Preschool
Is Beth Sholom Preschool licensed?
Yes. Beth Sholom Preschool is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Beth Sholom Preschool last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 20, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Beth Sholom Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 25 rules across 9 of 12 visits in the last 3 years; 25 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.
How many children can Beth Sholom Preschool care for?
244, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Beth Sholom Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Beth Sholom Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Beth Sholom Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 887-3625 to ask.
What is Beth Sholom Preschool's phone number?
(215) 887-3625.
Where is Beth Sholom Preschool?
8231 Old York Rd, Elkins Park, PA 19027. The nearest other daycare we list is Richard E. Rudolph Jr. Preschool, 0.2 miles away.