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Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr
- licensed capacity
- 160
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr
Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr is a child care center in Kennett Square, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 160 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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2
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5
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10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 160 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. It lists: Six weeks to twelve years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 160 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 160 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00256604
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 12, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Safety and hazards 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/12/26 annual emergency drills were not documented and on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 13, 2026
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“During the renewal inspection conducted on 5/12/26 staff person #1 did not ensure that child's hands were washed after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: May 12, 2026
- Jun 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“At the time of the inspection in the toddler room not all of the children in care had bottles labeled with their name.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“At the time of the inspection the first aid kit in the large muscle play space outdoors was accessable to the children in the yard.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #2 did not contain a current valid health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 was lacking the verification of child care experience to qualify them for the position they were observed/identified to be performing.”
Correction date in the state record: May 15, 2024
- Jan 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr
Is Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr licensed?
Yes. Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr care for?
160, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr'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 Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 444-0820 to ask.
What is Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr's phone number?
(610) 444-0820.
Where is Building Blocks Learning and Development Ctr?
580 Rosedale Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348. The nearest other daycare we list is Chester County Family Development Center, 0.5 miles away.