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Brightside Academy Early Care & Education
- licensed capacity
- 172
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
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 172 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 21 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 172 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| 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 |
| Licensed capacity | 172 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Brightside Academy Early Care & Education has not listed its tuition.
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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
- 172 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00247488
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 9, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 21 rules in all · 20 corrected
- Safety and hazards 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Sep 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports
“During renewal inspection on 9/9/26, Cert Rep observed the following Child# 6's health assessment was dated 5/7/25”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2026
Jul 22, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During unannounced monitoring on 7/22/26, Cert Rep observed the following: 1. The carpet in the indoor play space was ripped and threading on several places that was accessible to children. 2. The facility had a leak in the roof that damaged some ceiling tiles and wall in the classtoom”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 5, 2026
May 21, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(d) No harsh language
“During complaint investigation on 5/21/26, while conducting investigation, it was determined that on 5/19/26, Staff # 1 used harsh language to a parent and in the presence of children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
Oct 14, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During unannounced monitoring on 10/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Room # 9 had an active leak in the ceiling”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During unannounced monitoring on 10/14/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's hot water read at 122 degrees”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
Sep 3, 2025Inspection15 rules cited
3270.34(a) Director responsibilities
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: There was no file for the director onsite. Staff # 3 did not meet the requirements for the position”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3270.61 Measurement and use of indoor child care space
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have the following room set up and ready to receive children in care. Room # 1”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility' s hot water measured from 120 degrees - 142 degrees”
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: -The ceiling in the playroom was soiled - Room # 1, and Room # 6 needed cleaning - Room # 6 had a ripped chair (corrected) - Room # 6 skirting towards the back of the classroom on the lower wall was peeled”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.75(a) In child care spaces
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have a first aid kit in Rooms 1, 3, 5,”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The cots in the toddler room were not labeled”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The thermometer in the infant room read 48 degrees”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 5 was observed being on the cellphone in the classroom while children were getting ready to nap”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Child # 3's file did not have documentation of a child service report in file”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 2's file did not have documentation of annual staff evaluation in file”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.27(f)/3270.171(a) Emergency plan/Pick-up and drop-off points
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility did not have annual documentation of sending the emergency plan to the local municipality and notifying the local traffic authority of the location of the facility and vehicular route”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.37(c) Aides supervised all times
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 5 listed as an Aide was alone in the classroom during nap time”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of 12 clock hours of childcare in file”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.27(b) Plan reviewed/updated annually
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's emergency plan was last updated on 2/23/24”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2025
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During renewal inspection on 9/3/25, Cert Rep observed the following: Staff # 1 did not have documentation of out of sate clearances in file”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 3, 2025
Sep 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During renewal inspection on 9/23/24, Cert Rep observed the following: The facility's water tested at 118 degrees”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2024
- Sep 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 18, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“ON AUGUST 18, 2022, DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE RECORD FOR STAFF PERSON #1 DID NOT INCLUDE AN UPDATED YEARLY EVALUATION.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2022
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“ON AUGUST 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE RECORD FOR CHILD #1 HAD AN EXPIRED HEALTH ASSESSMENT ON FILE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2022
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“ON AUGUST 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE A COMPLETED EMERGENCY DRILL LOG AVAILIBLE.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2022
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“ON AUGUST 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FACILITY UPDATED EMERGENCY PLAN HAD NOT BEEN SENT TO THEIR LOCAL MUNICIPALITY.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2022
3270.75(d) On excursions
“ON AUGUST 18, 2022, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A RENEWAL INSPECTION. THE FIRST AID KIT IN THE INFANT ROOM THAT IS USED TO ACCOMPANY STAFF AND CHILDREN ON EXCURSIONS DID NOT CONTAIN A BOTTLE OF WATER. (CORRECTED ON SITE).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 18, 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 September 9, 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 21 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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?
172, 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) 879-0162 to ask.
What is Brightside Academy Early Care & Education's phone number?
(215) 879-0162.
Where is Brightside Academy Early Care & Education?
4829 Lancaster Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19131. The nearest other daycare we list is Millionaire Minds Childcare Academy, 0.2 miles away.