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2828 Spear Ave, Glenside, PA
4.6· 7 reviews
Bookends Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 38
- open each week
- 5 days
- daily, posted tuition
- $15
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About
About Bookends Learning Center
Bookends Learning Center is a child care center in Glenside, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 38 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care and summer camp. It says it provides meals. It lists daily tuition from $15 to $25.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 29 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 5-12
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 38 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 5-12 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care and summer camp |
| Enrichment | Music: dedicated space for practicing school instruments, voice and drum instruction |
| Staff | Assistant supervisor: Certified in CPR/First Aid, all clearances, extensive training in child development and health & safety |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | Subsidy Accepted |
| Transportation | Transportation (Pick-up/walk from Copper Beech Elementary; supervision/pick-up from local bus stops) |
| Licensed capacity | 38 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bookends Learning Center lists daily tuition from $15 to $25.
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| After School (3:00 PM to 6:30 PM) - $25/Day | $25 |
| Before School (6:00 AM to 9:00 AM) - $15/Day | $15 |
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Bookends Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance (provisional)
- Capacity
- 38 children
- License number
- #CER-00255598
Summary
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 14, 2026: 15 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 29 rules in all · 29 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 8
- Safety and hazards 6
- Records and paperwork 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 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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Sep 14, 2026Inspection15 rules cited
3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates
“Observed 9/14/2023 child # 1, 2 and 3 agreement forms did not specify the date of the child's admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2026
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“Observed 9/14/2026 child #1 and 2 files did not contain the work address and telephone number of the enrolling parent on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed 9/14/2026 staff #2 and 3 did not ensure that children hands were washed before eating snack.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“Observed 9/14/2026 the emergency contact information for the children were not in the childcare space where children receive care.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed 9/14/2026 children #1, 2 and 3 files did not contain their medical information and health insurance policy number on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“Observed 9/3/2026 child # 3 file was missing the addresses of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released to on the emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file was missing a health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 20, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Observed 9/14/2026 Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet)”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed 9/14/2026 in the Indoor Play space the wall boarder near the OSA Game Room was damaged and dislodged from the wall that was not in good repair and free from visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2026
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“Observed 9/14/2026 a copy of the emergency plan was not sent to the local municipality and/or to the county emergency management agency.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 22, 2026
3270.94(a)(5) Evacuation routes posted
“Observed on 9/14/2026 the evacuation routes were not posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv) Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters
“Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 file did not contain verification of acceptable education or transcript and/or diploma, or a letter signed by a representative of the experiential, educational or training entity on file during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2026
3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3) Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test
“Observed 9/14/2026 staff #1 were missing a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 21, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed 9/14/2025 facility did not contain a shaken baby, abusive head trauma or child maltreatment policy written policy on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
Apr 6, 2026Inspection14 rules cited
3270.67(c) No insects or rodents
“Observed 4/6/2026 in the Young School Age Game Room, Art Room and Photography Room there was evidence of infestation of insects in the childcare spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“Observed 4/6/2026 in Bathroom 1 and 2, Room 1, Homework/Tutor Room, the Music Room, and the indoor play space were missing electrical outlet covers in the childcare space where it's accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“Observed 4/6/2026 the windows in the Art room, photography room, OSA Game room, Music room and indoor play space did not limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed 4/6/2026 in the music room tweezer was missing the from the items required in the first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed 4/6/2026 in Room 1 the outlet cover plate was damaged and dislodged, in the Homework tutor room the two outlet covers had an open space where the wall had an opening space not in good repair and free from visible hazards.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Observed 4/6/2026 the emergency plan did not include continuity of operations.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate
“Observed 4/6/2026 staff #2 file did not include the required Health & Safety training as required by the CCDBG.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2026
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed 4/6/2026 in the Art Room there was peeled and damaged paint on the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.81 Glass
“Observed 4/6/2026 in the music classroom there was a missing a visual strip or other visual identification on the half top of the glass door located in the childcare space.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“Observed 4/6/2026 staff # 1 and 2 were missing health assessments and tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment in their files.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2026
3270.183(a)/3270.193(a) Locked cabinet/Confidential; stored in locked cabinet
“Observed on 4/6/2026 facility did not have a locked cabinet to maintain confidentiality of the children and staff records.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Observed 4/6/2026 staff #1 and #2 file did not contain initial training regarding the emergency plan, nor it was documented.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed 4/6/2026 facility could not test the fire detection system during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 15, 2026
3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“Observed 4/6/2026 staff #2 file did not contain Pediatric CPR and First Aid training.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2026
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FAQ
Questions about Bookends Learning Center
Is Bookends Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Bookends Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bookends Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 14, 2026, with 15 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bookends Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 29 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 29 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 Bookends Learning Center care for?
38, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Bookends Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bookends Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bookends Learning Center cost?
Daily tuition from $15 to $25, as it lists it.
What is Bookends Learning Center's phone number?
(215) 301-9058.
Where is Bookends Learning Center?
871 N Easton Rd, Glenside, PA 19038. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Copper Beech Elementary School, 0.1 miles away.