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2101 Nagle Rd, Erie, PA
Bright Horizons at Erie
- licensed capacity
- 129
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Bright Horizons at Erie
Bright Horizons at Erie is a child care center in Erie, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 129 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 45 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 2 months - 5 years
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 129 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 2 months - 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | The World at Their Fingertips |
| Staff | All staff trained regularly in CPR; First Aid taught as required by state |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Parent updates | Parent app (My Bright Day) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 129 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Horizons at Erie has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Bright Horizons at Erie
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 129 children
- License number
- #CER-00247952
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 45 rules in all · 45 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 10
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Safety and hazards 8
- Background checks 5
- Discipline and child guidance 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 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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May 27, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling, flaking paint and plaster in the following areas: from a small hole under the whiteboard in the Todd 1 Room. From holes in the wall in the left corner of the Twos 2 Room. Near the sink in the K-Prep Room. On several of the fence caps in the outdoor play spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2026
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire drill/fire system test log documents one occasion where fire system checks exceeded thirty days between tests: 3/6-4/14.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 14, 2026
Nov 19, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.135(a)(3) Disposable diapers
“On 11/19/25 at approximately 10:00 AM in the Toddler 1 Room, observed Staff Person #4 lift the lid of the hands-free can, rather than use the foot petal, when disposing a soiled diaper.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“The most recent Child Service Reports in the file for Child #1 exceeded 6 months between reports.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 19, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“Observed food and drink residue on the bottom shelf and the base of the refrigerator in the Toddler 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed flaking paint and plaster from holes in a wall, of which a bulletin board had been removed, across from the diaper changing table in the Toddler 1 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed dried food and drink particles on the wall between the sink and the refrigerator in the Toddler 2 Room. Observed a ceiling tile discolored from water damage above the Discovery Learning Area in the Twos 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The file for Staff Person #2, who has been working at the facility for more than one year, did not include an annual written evaluation (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 20, 2025
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent State Police and Child Abuse Clearances in the file for Staff Person #1 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The file for Staff Person #3, who permanently resides in South Dakota, did not contain the necessary out of state clearances for South Dakota conducted within the past 60 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2025
May 8, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“Staff Persons #1 and #2 were observed squirting water in the faces of preschool-age children as a form of discipline, resulting in the children's hair being visibly wet and dripping.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2025
Apr 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“Based on investigation findings, staff #1 has used harsh and demeaning language in the presence of children including calling children spoiled, entitled brats, and telling a child they were acting like a baby.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
3270.113(e) Restraints prohibited
“Based on investigation findings, on 4/01/25 staff #1 restrained child #1. While child #1 was in a seated position on the floor, staff #1 stood above them with their hands on the child's shoulders for approximately 2-3 minutes while saying the child was out of control.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“Based on investigation findings, staff #1 has singled children out for ridicule by saying "Stop it you're too old to act like a baby, you're being ridiculous, you're 4."”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Mar 26, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling paint on the wall and around the sink in the bathroom between the Preschool and PreK bathroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 18, 2025
3270.81 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the windows in the Twos 1 and Preschool Rooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“Observed less than 2 feet of space on three sides of the cots for three of the children who were napping in the Twos 2 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025
3270.66(a)/3270.66(d) Locked or inaccessible/Toxic plants not permitted
“Observed a golden pothos and philodendron, which were accessible to children, in the Preschool Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The most recent written evaluations in the files for Staff Person #1 and #3 exceeded 12 months between evaluations.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent FBI clearances in the files for Staff Person #1 and #2 exceeded 60 months between clearances. The most recent State Police, Child Abuse, FBI Clearances and NSOR Certificates in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The most recent mandated reporter trainings in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“The files for Staff Person #1, 4 and 5 did not include documentation of training in the facility's emergency plan conducted within the past 12 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 16, 2025
Dec 23, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“Based on conversations with staff, it was verified that on 12/18/24 at 11:15 AM, Staff Person #1 was supervising 6 older toddlers in the toddler playground. When staff person opened the door to return with children to the building, Child #1 ran away from Staff Person #1 down the hall. Staff Person #1 chased after Child #1 letting the door shut behind her. The other five older toddlers were outside unsupervised for ten seconds until Staff Person #2 opened the door and Staff Person #1 returned with Staff Person #3 to assist in getting the children inside.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“Based on conversations with staff, it was verified that on 12/18/24 at 11:15 AM, Staff Person #1 was supervising 6 older toddlers in the toddler playground. When staff person opened the door to return with children to the building, Child #1 ran away from Staff Person #1 down the hall. Staff Person #1 chased after Child #1 letting the door shut behind her. The other five older toddlers were outside unsupervised for ten seconds until Staff Person #2 opened the door and Staff Person #1 returned with Staff Person #3 to assist in getting the children inside.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“Based on conversations with staff, it was verified that on 12/18/24 at 11:15 AM, Staff Person #1 was supervising 6 older toddlers in the toddler playground. When staff person opened the door to return with children to the building, Child #1 ran away from Staff Person #1 down the hall. Staff Person #1 chased after Child #1 letting the door shut behind her. The other five older toddlers were outside unsupervised for ten seconds until Staff Person #2 opened the door and Staff Person #1 returned with Staff Person #3 to assist in getting the children inside.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 18, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS Instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“* On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
Jul 11, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“Staff person #3 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Pediatric First Aid/CPR in an approved curriculum from a PQAS Instructor.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 30, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“* On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2024
3270.51 Similar Age Level
“On 7/9/24, Staff Person #1 and #2 were supervising 15 Preschool children in the Preschool Classroom. Staff Person #1 and #2 took 14 of the children to the outdoor play area at 10:35 am, leaving Child #1 alone and unsupervised in the Preschool Classroom for three to four minutes: 10:35-10:38. Staff were unaware they had left the child in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 10, 2024
Apr 10, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“At approximately 11:15am on 4/10/24, staff #1 and #2 were observed supervising 9 older toddlers in the 2's Room #1. When asked to identify the children in their primary care groups, staff #1 named 5 children. Staff #2 named 2 of the 4 children assigned to them. Upon the second attempt, staff #1 again named 5 children and staff #2 was again only able to name 2 of the 4 children in their group. In the PS Prep room, staff #3 and #4 were observed with 20 preschoolers. When asked to identify the children in their primary care groups, staff #3 named 10 children. Staff #4 was unable to name all 10 children in their group. Upon the second attempt, staff #3 again named 10 children and staff #4 was again unable to name all 10 children in their group.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2024
Mar 25, 2024Inspection14 rules cited
3270.81 Glass
“A visual strip or other visual identification was not placed on the glass exit doors to the outdoor play spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Observed peeling, flaking paint along the tops of the poles of the green fence in the outdoor play areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“Observed exposed bolts, which create a sharp point, protruding from the toilet mounts on one of the toilets between the Twos 1 and Twos 2 Rooms and on two of the toilets in the Preschool 1 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2024
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The most recent mandated reporter trainings in the file for Staff Person #3 exceeded 60 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2024
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the file for Staff Person #2 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2024
3270.27(e) Letter to parents
“The facility did not have a letter on file to be provided to the parents explaining the emergency procedures pertaining to PA Chapter 3270.27(a) 1-5.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The NSOR application in the file for Staff Person #4 was submitted after the staff person's first day working in a child care position at the facility. The NSOR Certificate in the file for Staff Person #4 was acquired more than 45 days after the staff person's first day working in a child care position at the facility (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire drill/fire system check log documented three times when fire system checks exceeded 30 days between checks: 7/7/23-8/25/23, 9/22/23-10/23/23 and 1/29/24-2/29/24.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.82(e) Toilet and sinks proper height
“Observed in the Toddler 1 Room, Staff Person #1 held Child #1 in arms to wash child's hands after a diaper change. Observed in the Toddler 2 Room, Staff Person #5 held Child #2 in arms to wash child's hands after a diaper change. Neither of the rooms had a platform or steps for the sinks at the diaper changing tables where children had been changed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The initial and subsequent health assessments in the file for Staff Person #1 do not include an initial TB Screening.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“The emergency contact binders in the Toddler 1, Twos 1, Twos 2 and K-Prep Rooms did not contain emergency contact forms for Child #1, 3, 4 and 5, who were receiving care in these spaces.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“The emergency contact form in the file for Child #5 did not include the address for the release person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed dirt and debris under the diaper changing mat in the Toddler 2 Room. Observed chairs placed on tabletops, which creates a potential toppling hazard, in the Twos 1 Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent parental updates for the emergency contact information in the file for Child #1 exceeded 6 months between updates.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
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Jun 14, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“The emergency drill log for the facility did not include a section for Special Accommodations the Facility uses for Infants, Toddlers, and Children with Special Needs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“The first written evaluation in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted more than 12 months after the staff person's start date (See LIS Code Sheet).”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“The fire drill/fire system check log documents one occasion when fire system checks exceeded thirty days between checks: 2/24/23-3/29/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“Observed dirt and debris under the mats of the diaper changing tables.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“The most recent State Police, Child Abuse and FBI Clearances in the file for Staff Person #4 exceeded 60 months between clearances.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“The most recent fire safety trainings in the files for Staff Person #2 and #5 exceeded 12 months between trainings.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“The one-hour Health and Safety Update in the file for Staff Person #2 was conducted after the prescribed timeframe of 12/30/22.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“The most recent updated health assessments in the files for Staff Person #1 and #3 exceeded 24 months between assessments.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“The most recent parent updates for the emergency contact forms in the files for Child #1, #2 and #3 exceeded 6 months between updates.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 14, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Horizons at Erie
Is Bright Horizons at Erie licensed?
Yes. Bright Horizons at Erie is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Bright Horizons at Erie last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Horizons at Erie had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 45 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 45 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 Bright Horizons at Erie care for?
129, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Bright Horizons at Erie accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Bright Horizons at Erie's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Horizons at Erie cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (582) 239-2047 to ask.
What is Bright Horizons at Erie's phone number?
(582) 239-2047.
Where is Bright Horizons at Erie?
5450 Merwin Ln, Erie, PA 16510. The nearest other daycare we list is Annies Bubble Care, 1.1 miles away.