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36 Ardmore Ave, Ardmore, PA
4.1· 10 reviews
Cambridge School
- licensed capacity
- 91
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Cambridge School
Cambridge School is a child care center in Ardmore, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 91 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 91 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 | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 91 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cambridge School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Cambridge School
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 91 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00253972
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 18, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Records and paperwork 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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Feb 18, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
3270.77(f) Debris disposed of properly
“At the time of the inspection the hallway on the second floor had work materials left behind from a construction project in from of the emergency exit.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“At the time of the inspection on the third floor in the older toddler room there were two electrical outlets lacking protective receptacle covers”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
3270.63/3270.77(a) Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space/No peeling paint or plaster
“The Picnic bench in the outdoor play space of the facility had several areas of peeling paint and exposed splinted wood.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 25, 2026
Feb 24, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
3270.106(f) 2 feet apart
“At the time of the inspection in the infant room there were at least 6 cribs and two of them contained sleeping children and those occupied cribs did have 2 feet of space, however it was only on one of the sides.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025
3270.107 Refrigerator
“At the time of the inspection two of the refrigerators at the facility were reading a temperature of at least 60 degrees.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2025
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“At the time of the inspection on the second floor of the facility, in room 2, there was bleach being stored under the sink in a cabinet with no working child proof locking mechanism.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 5, 2025
Feb 28, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“At the time of the inspection the ramp leading up to the entrance of the shed in the outdoor play area was splintering, unstable and losing its integrity.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2024
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of the inspection the records of children #1, #2, #3 had not been updated in over 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024
3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size
“At the time of the inspection the diaper changing mat in the infant room was torn and had exposed and accessible filling.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 8, 2024
Apr 4, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“On 4/4/23, at approximately 11:15am, Staff #1 was observed out of ratio with 8 one year old children Young Toddler Room while Staff #2 left the room to use the restroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 7, 2023
Mar 7, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, documentation that the facility's updated emergency plan was sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency was not on file.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, an annual emergency drill was not conducted at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, the outdoor embedded equipment located on the PS/School Age play space did not have the required loose fill (mulch) that meets the recommendations of the USCPSC.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 21, 2023
3270.82(h)/3270.82(i) Handwashing signs/Lidded waste receptacles
“On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, handwashing signs were not observed in the the Upper-Level Preschool Bathroom (back facility) and the Older Toddler bathroom and diapering areas. Additionally, lidded waste receptacles were not observed by the diapering station located in the Infant Room and Older Toddler Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3270.64/3270.76 Outside Walkways/Building Surfaces
“On 3/7/23, at time of renewal, dead leaves and debris were observed on the steps outside back steps leading to the facility's lower level.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"
“On 3/7/23, at time of insepction, the window guard preventing the windows on the second floor to open more than 6" were not engaged on windows located in Room 2. (Three windows opened more than 10". )”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
3270.71 Heat Source
“On 3/7/23, at time of inspection, exposed hot water pipes were observed accessible to children in the second-floor bathroom. (The pipes were hot to the touch)”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 14, 2023
3270.75(b) Inaccessible to children
“On 3/7/23, at the time of inspection, first aid kits were observed accessible to children in the YT Room, Room #2, the OT Room and the 1st Floor PS Room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 7, 2023
Oct 13, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.182(3)/3270.182(5) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“On 10/13/22, during the inspection, Child #1 had a seizure in the childcare space resulting in emergency medical care and being transported by ambulance to the hospital. Emergency contact information did not contain signed consent for emergency medical care and administration of minor first aid procedures by the facility. (Child #1 parent was notified and gave consent verbally on the telephone)”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 14, 2022
3270.124(d)/3270.178 Excursions/Transportation First Aid Kit
“On 10/13/22, at approximately 12:15am, Staff #3 was observed with 4 Kindergarten children getting into the school van to be transported to PM Kindergarten session. A first aid kit was not observed in the school van. Additionally, emergency contact information was not present in the van for the children being transported to school.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2022
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the addresses of the designated release persons to whom Child #1 may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the policy number of the health insurance coverage.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.124(b)(3) Parent home/work address, phone
“On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the home and work address/work telephone number of the enrolling parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.124(b)(2) Physician name, address, phone
“On 10/13/22, Child #1 emergency contact information did not include the address and telephone number of the child's physician or source of medical care.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
3270.51/3270.113(a)(2) Similar Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“On Oct 13, 2022 at approximately 12:15pm, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 12 children in the YT Room (one year old).”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2022
3270.61(h) Exceeding Capacity
“On 10/13/22, Room #7 located on the 1st floor of the Main Building has a child care capacity of 8 children. At the time of inspection, there were 12 children present in Room #7. Additionally, the classroom located on the 1st floor of the back building has a child care capacity of 11 children. There were 19 preschool children present in the child care space during the inspection.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
Oct 12, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(c) No ridicule or threaten harm
“On 10/13/22, Staff #1 and Staff #2 acknowledged that Child #1 is afraid of the "baby room" which is located in the basement of the main carriage house. The "baby room" is an Older Toddler Room. Staff #1 and Staff #2 stated that in order to get Child #1 to listen and knowing that the it upsets Child #1, threats are made to Child #1 to be taken to the "baby room."”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2022
Aug 25, 2022Complaint investigation10 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain initial health assessment, including results of TB testing to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 8/25/22, certification representative observed 50 children on the outside play space. Emergency contact information was not present with the children receiving care in the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 8/26/22, hand lotion, sunscreen and hand sanitizer all instructing to keep out of reach of children were observed accessible to children in the School Age room located on the second floor of main building.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“On 8/25/22, at approximately 10:45am, Staff #1 Staff #2 and Staff #3 were observed out of ratio with 20 children (youngest were 2 yrs old). Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed out of ratio with 11 Young Toddlers. Staff #6 was out of ratio with 13 Preschool children. Additionally, children on the play space were observed going into the classroom unsupervised by a staff person to use the classroom restroom. (Bathroom located on the main floor of back building)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain documented training of the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not have completed Pa Criminal Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance or FBI Clearance required by CPSL. A signed disclosure statement was not observed in Staff #1 file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022
3270.61/3270.61(h) Measurement and use of indoor child care space/Exceeding Capacity
“On 8/25/22, Staff #9 and Staff #10 were observed with 19 school age children in Room #1. Room #1 has a measured capacity of 8 children. Staff #7 and Staff #8 were observed with 18 PK children on the second floor of the back building. The second floor back building has a measured capacity of 12 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On 8/26/22, potentially hazardous food observed in lunch boxes located on the 1st and 2nd floor of the back building were not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.62(c)/3270.63 Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“On 8/25/22, two dead trees, with large dead branches hanging over play space, were observed in the middle of the preschool/school age outdoor play space. Staff #1 acknowledged that a local tree company determined the two trees are dead and the facility received an estimate to remove them from the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
Aug 25, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain initial health assessment, including results of TB testing to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 23, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 8/25/22, certification representative observed 50 children on the outside play space. Emergency contact information was not present with the children receiving care in the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 8/26/22, hand lotion, sunscreen and hand sanitizer all instructing to keep out of reach of children were observed accessible to children in the School Age room located on the second floor of main building.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2022
3270.51/3270.113(a)(1) Similar Age Level/Staff assigned to specific children
“On 8/25/22, at approximately 10:45am, Staff #1 Staff #2 and Staff #3 were observed out of ratio with 20 children (youngest were 2 yrs old). Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed out of ratio with 11 Young Toddlers. Staff #6 was out of ratio with 13 Preschool children. Additionally, children on the play space were observed going into the classroom unsupervised by a staff person to use the classroom restroom. (Bathroom located on the main floor of back building)”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain documented training of the facility's emergency plan at time of initial hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not have completed Pa Criminal Clearance, Child Abuse Clearance or FBI Clearance required by CPSL. A signed disclosure statement was not observed in Staff #1 file.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2022
3270.61/3270.61(h) Measurement and use of indoor child care space/Exceeding Capacity
“On 8/25/22, Staff #9 and Staff #10 were observed with 19 school age children in Room #1. Room #1 has a measured capacity of 8 children. Staff #7 and Staff #8 were observed with 18 PK children on the second floor of the back building. The second floor back building has a measured capacity of 12 children.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2022
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 8/25/22, Staff #1 file did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“On 8/26/22, potentially hazardous food observed in lunch boxes located on the 1st and 2nd floor of the back building were not refrigerated.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2022
3270.62(c)/3270.63 Space safe for large muscle activity/Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“On 8/25/22, two dead trees, with large dead branches hanging over play space, were observed in the middle of the preschool/school age outdoor play space. Staff #1 acknowledged that a local tree company determined the two trees are dead and the facility received an estimate to remove them from the play space.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 30, 2022
Mar 17, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“On 3/17/22, the counter, window sill and sink area in the back part of the OT room were dirty.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On 3/17/22, hand sanitizer was observed accessible to children on the second floor (main building) preschool room and on the first floor of the preschool back building. Toilet bowl cleaner was observed in an unlocked sink cabinet accessible to children in the PK room (second floor back building). A unlocked utility closet containing toxins and hazards was observed in the downstairs OT room (main building).”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(iv) Each staff person meets quals/Transcript, diploma and letters
“On 3/17/22, the file belonging to Staff #1(hired 4/1/21) did not contain verification of education.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2022
3270.133(4) Locked
“On 3/17/22, medication belonging to Staff #2 was observed on a shelf accessible to children in the lower level back building.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“On 3/17/22, ten children were observed receiving care in the PK room located on the second floor of the back building. Staff #2 stated that emergency contact information was not present in the PK room where children were receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 29, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“On 3/17/22, during renewal inspection, a ladder and packages of lightbulbs were observed in the second floor back stairwell landing, obstructing the means of egress in case of an emergency.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“On 3/17/22, the file belonging to Staff #1(hired 4/1/21) did not contain a completed NSOR clearance as required by CPSL.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2022
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FAQ
Questions about Cambridge School
Is Cambridge School licensed?
Yes. Cambridge School is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Cambridge School last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 18, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cambridge School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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 Cambridge School care for?
91, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Cambridge School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Cambridge School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cambridge School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 642-4871 to ask.
What is Cambridge School's phone number?
(610) 642-4871.
Where is Cambridge School?
129 Argyle Rd, Ardmore, PA 19003. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Eagle Daycare, 0.1 miles away.