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4643 Frankford Ave, Philadelphia, PA
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Brightside Academy Early Care Education
- licensed capacity
- 283
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Brightside Academy Early Care Education
Brightside Academy Early Care Education is a child care center in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 283 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 283 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 283 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Brightside Academy Early Care Education
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 283 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00254245
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Safety and hazards 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Background checks 1
- Health, medication and illness 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 15, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During the complaint investigation, it was determined that Staff #1 did not observe how Child #1 sustained scratches to the face. Staff was unable to explain when, where, or how the injury occurred.”
Correction date in the state record: May 29, 2026
Apr 20, 2026Visit1 rule cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“During the complaint investigation, it was verified Staff #1 struck Child #1 on the mouth.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2026
Feb 6, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.31(e)(4)(ii) Fire safety - 1 yr.
“Certification rep reviewed staff #5 and #7 record and observed completion of annual fire safety training was not in record.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“Certification reviewed staff #1, #2, #,4, #5, #6 and #7 and observed emergency plan training was not in record.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Certification rep reviewed staff #3 record and observed New Jersey out of states clearance was not obtained and in record.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2026
Feb 6, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection certification rep observed water damaged brown stained ceiling tiles in room # 20. Ceiling tile in the back hallway was observed missing and not replaced. Cert rep observed kitchen refrigerator and kitchen floor unclean.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 10, 2025
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the renewal inspection it was observed written documentation of 30-day testing of a fire detection device or system was not documented in the fire drill log.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 24, 2025
Apr 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“Certification rep observed staff #1 in the older toddler classroom alone with 7 toddlers, the youngest child in age at the time was 2 years in age. Certification rep observed a child left alone in the Pre-K classroom while leaving the facility. Certification rep returned the child to the next-door classroom. Certification rep counted 22 children with 2 teachers, the youngest in age was 3 years in age.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 11, 2024
Feb 7, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection certification rep observed chip paint in room #6, #8, and #13. Room #19 has two broken tiles in the left side of the room wall and two holes on the left and middle part of the room. Room #3 floor was observed to be unclean.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed s staff #1 record and observed High school diploma on record was blurred out and not readable at the time of inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2024
3270.182(1) Initial and subsequent health reports
“During the renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child #1 record and observed last date of physical examination on record was 1/5/23.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 1, 2024
Mar 10, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“At the time of renewal inspection, immunization record of child #1 and #2 did not include influenza immunization recommended by ACIP. A letter of exemption was not observed in the file of child #1 and #2.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of renewal inspection observed that some ceiling tiles in the gym play space were missing, some had signs of water damage.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of renewal inspection, emergency contact information of child #2 did not include health insurance policy number under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“During the renewal inspection on, file of staff person #1 did not include a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting. A health assessment on file was conducted more than 12 months ago.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“At the time of renewal inspection observed that refrigerator in the infant room was not maintaining food at 45° F or below. Thermometer was showing temperature of 45° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2023
Aug 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of unannounced monitoring inspection, in Preschool Room observed 15 children ranging in age from older toddler to young school age with only 2 staff persons present.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 4, 2022
Mar 7, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“At the time of renewal inspection, verificaiton of complete Health and Safety training of staff person #7 required within 90 days of hire was not observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“At the time of renewal inspection, document that staff person #7 and #8 received training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment was not observed.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.192(2)(i) Age
“At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #8 did not include verification of age.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“At the time of renewal inspection, written evaluation of staff person #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 was conducted more than 12 months ago. Staff evaluation of staff person #1, #2, #5 was conducted on 10/19/20, staff evaluation of staff person #3 and #4 was conducted on 11/12/20”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #7 and #8 did not include NSOR Certificates and Disclosure Statements.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.95(b) Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“At the time of renewal inspection, provider did not provide proof of purchase and date of purchase of an interconnected fire detection system.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“At the time of renewal inspection, emergency plan did not include accommodations for shelter of children during lock-down.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of renewal inspection observed peeling paint on the walls near toilets in boys bathrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2022
3270.192(5) Two written references
“At the time of renewal inspection, file of staff person #8 did not include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Brightside Academy Early Care Education
Is Brightside Academy Early Care Education licensed?
Yes. Brightside Academy Early Care Education is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Brightside Academy Early Care Education last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brightside Academy Early Care Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Brightside Academy Early Care Education care for?
283, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Brightside Academy Early Care Education accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Brightside Academy Early Care Education's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Brightside Academy Early Care Education cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 289-0641 to ask.
What is Brightside Academy Early Care Education's phone number?
(215) 289-0641.
Where is Brightside Academy Early Care Education?
1627 Meadow St, Philadelphia, PA 19124. The nearest other daycare we list is Kiddie Kollege of Frankford, 0.1 miles away.