Lightbridge Academy Blue Bell
1144 Dekalb Pike, Blue Bell, PA
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Centre Square Montessori School House Main Bldg 1 is a child care center in Blue Bell, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 224 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | 1 Year Old Through Fourth Grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | Pre-K, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Music, Spanish, Gym, Fastrackids |
| Staff | All of our staff have CPR/rescue breathing certification |
| Daily life | Extended care: Extended Care |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 224 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Centre Square Montessori School House Main Bldg 1 has not listed its tuition.
State record
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 5, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 3 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected
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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3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not have the parent signature for consent of emergency medical and minor first-aid.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact and financial agreement form for child #1 had not been updated or reviewed by the parents of the children in the last 6 months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 did not include the individual's out of state clearances for the state the individual lived in other than PA in the last five years. Also, the file for staff member #2 did not include the individual's out of state clearances for the state the individual lived in other than PA in the last five years.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact information for child #1 was missing the health insurance policy number.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2025
3270.151(a) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter
“At the time of inspection, the file for staff member #1 indicated the initial health assessments with TB results were dated after the staffer was hired to work with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 28, 2025
3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(5) Written consent/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“At the time of inspection, the emergency contact form for child #1 did not include written consent signed by the parent for emergency medical and administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of inspection, the outer wall of building two was in desrepair.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“At the time of inspection, the file for child #2 did not include a child service report signed by the child's parent in the last six months.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2024
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 11/10/2022 the file for staff person #1 did not include the Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance, NSOR or mandated reporters training.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 11, 2022
3270.102(c) Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing
“During the renewal inspection on 11/10/2022 a large wooden climber/ship was observed on the playground and was not mounted over the required loose fill.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 27, 2022
3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) Original container/Written instructions
“During the renewal inspection on 11/10/2022 prescription medication was not in the original container and did not contain written instructions that were provided from the individual who prescribed the medicine. (Instructions for administration contained on a prescription label are acceptable).”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 11, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 11/10/2022 the file for staff person #2 did not have the required health assessment.”
Correction date in the state record: Nov 10, 2022
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“During the renewal inspection on 11/9/2024 Staff person #2 did not have verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2022
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“During the renewal inspection on 2/8/2022 large plants were observed blocking the sliding glass doors and the foyer/sunroom exit and the exit door in the toddler classroom could not open fully due to the proximity of the swing set.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 2/8/2022 the double swing glider located on the playground had areas of rust.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 9, 2022
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the renewal inspection on 2/8/2022 the file for staff person #1 did not have TB testing dates and results on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 15, 2022
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“During the renewal inspection on 2/8/2022 the operator did not have proof of purchase as required by Act 62 on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the renewal inspection on 2/8/2021 the file for staff person #1 did not have a completed NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 9, 2022
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FAQ
Yes. Centre Square Montessori School House Main Bldg 1 is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on February 5, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 3 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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.
224, the licensed capacity on the state record.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 275-1775 to ask.
(610) 275-1775.
1765 Skippack Pike, Blue Bell, PA 19422. The nearest other daycare we list is The Leonard and Madlyn Abramson Early Childhood Co, 0.3 miles away.