Taylors Learning Academy
631 Holly Mall, Philadelphia, PA
5.0· 3 reviews
Brightside Academy Early Care Education
- licensed capacity
- 113
- 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 113 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 27 rules across 8 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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 113 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 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 | 113 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
- 113 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00257395
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 1, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 27 rules in all · 27 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 8
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Records and paperwork 5
- Food and nutrition 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jun 1, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the bottles in the infant room were not labeled with the children's names.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 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: Jun 12, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the clean supplies under the sink in an unlocked cabinet in room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
3270.161(a) Wholesome
“While conducting my inspection I observed cleaning spray on top of the food in the cabinet in room 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2026
- Mar 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Feb 25, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During my investigation I found that staff one was not supervising the children at the time of the incident.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2026
Jun 9, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
3270.124(e) Written emergency plan posted
“While conducting my inspection I observed that room 7 did not have a posted transportation plan.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the classrooms did not have appropriate child size chairs.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“While conducting my inspection I observed that room 7 did not have a sufficient amount play equipment and material which meant the room was not set up.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“While conducting my inspection I observed that the toilet in the blue bathroom did not flush properly.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
May 13, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During my investigation, It was observed that staff 1 was not properly supervising all of the children while outside in the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2025
Sep 11, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During my investigation, it was founded that staff 1, 2, left a child unattended in the hallway.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2024
May 13, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1, 3, did not include health insurance coverage and policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.131(a)(3) Initial health report for older toddler/preschool no more than 1 year
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 5, did not have a current physical.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During my inspection I observed that the rubber was coming off the corner of the shelf.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.123(a)(1) Amount of fee
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 4, did not have the amount of the fee to be charged per day or per week.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.111(a) Written plan
“During my inspection I observed that room 6 did not have a posted daily schedule.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During my inspection I observed that staff 2 did not wash the child hands after diapering.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.166(1) Written statement
“During my inspection I observed that the child 6 did not have a written feeding schedule from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.113(a)(1) Staff assigned to specific children
“During my inspection I observed that staff 1 did not know who they were assigned responsibility for.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.163(a)(1) Dairy
“During my inspection I observed that some of the children in room 1 was not being given a dairy during lunch.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.123(a)(4) Arrival/departure times
“While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 2, did not have their arrival and departure times.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During my inspection I observed that the light in room 3 flashing on and off.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During my inspection I observed that the paint was peeling behind the trash can in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 27, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
3270.106(d) Crib, playpen: 2 3/8 inch slats
“During my walkthrough I observed that the cot was not more than 2 3/8 inches apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During my investigation I observed that the front door was broken and could not lock.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.70(b) Over 82º F - mechanical air circulation
“During my investigation, I received documentation that confirms that the building temperature was above 82 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.70(b) Over 82º F - mechanical air circulation
“During my investigation, I recevied documentation that confirms that the building temperature was above 82 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
Feb 29, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.106(d) Crib, playpen: 2 3/8 inch slats
“During my walkthrough I observed that the cot was not more than 2 3/8 inches apart.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.21 General Health and Safety
“During my investigation I observed that the front door was broken and could not lock.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.70(b) Over 82º F - mechanical air circulation
“During my investigation, I received documentation that confirms that the building temperature was above 82 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
3270.70(b) Over 82º F - mechanical air circulation
“During my investigation, I recevied documentation that confirms that the building temperature was above 82 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 29, 2024
Jul 17, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“During the renewal inspection dated 7/17/2023, certification representative observed that a first aid kit, in room numbers 4/5, was on the table and was accessible to the children”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During the renewal inspection dated 7/17/2023, certification representative observed that a bookcase, a wooden sink, cabinet, and drawers in room 4/5, and a book case in room 2, were not secure and were a tipping hazard and also a safety hazard.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection dated 7/17/2023, certification representative observed that the provider had not sent an updated copy of the emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
3270.171(a) Pick-up and drop-off points
“During the renewal inspection dated 7/17/2023, certification representative observed that local traffic and safety authorities had not been notified annually in writing of the facility location and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2023
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Sep 6, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“During renewal inspection dated 9/6/2022, certification representative observed that the cubbie in room #7 was not secured to the wall.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During renewal inspection on 9/6/2022, certification representative observed that in room #1 the cubbies and top of bookcase, the table in room #2, and the cubbies in room 4/5 were soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“During renewal inspection dated 9/6/2022, certification representative observed that there was paint peeling on green wall and also on window sill. Also paint is peeling outside room #8 in the hallway.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 9/6/2022, certification representative observed that the 2nd toilet in boys bathroom did not flush.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 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 June 1, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Brightside Academy Early Care Education had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 27 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 27 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?
113, 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, 6:30 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) 879-7206 to ask.
What is Brightside Academy Early Care Education's phone number?
(215) 879-7206.
Where is Brightside Academy Early Care Education?
801 N 48th St, Philadelphia, PA 19139. The nearest other daycare we list is Middle Years Alternative School, 0.2 miles away.