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190 S Sycamore St, Newtown, PA
Chesterbrook Academy
- licensed capacity
- 140
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Chesterbrook Academy
Chesterbrook Academy is a child care center in Newtown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 140 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infant to Pre-K
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 140 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infant to Pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Links to Learning |
| Safety | Secure keypad access, Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Languages | Spanish (integrated throughout the day) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 140 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Chesterbrook Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Chesterbrook Academy
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 140 children
- License number
- #CER-00258331
Summary
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 30, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
May 8, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On March 20,2026 child was not being properly supervised while in his chair and fell forward injuring himself.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.182(7) Reports of accidents, injuries and illnesses. Original report - parent same day Copy - facility accident file. Copy - child's file
“On March 20,2026 child was injured, an incident report was not given in a timely manner and when parent requested a copy was not readily available for them.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
3270.166(1) Written statement
“On March 20,2026 child was given puree food instead of breastmilk, per child's infant feeding schedule. Infant feeding schedule was not posted in the infant classroom at that time.”
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2026
- Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 24, 2024Visit2 rules cited
3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children
“On 10/24/24 at unannounced inspection certification representative observed 21 children napping in the pre-k classroom with one staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“On 10/24/24 certification representative verified that the facility had an expired epi-pen for child # 1 that was noticed when the child an allergic reaction. The epi-pen was not used, and an ambulance was called to take child to then hospital.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2024
Oct 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
3270.55(a) Toddler and preschool children
“On 10/24/24 at unannounced inspection certification representative observed 21 children napping in the pre-k classroom with one staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 31, 2024
3270.133(5) Original label
“On 10/24/24 certification representative verified that the facility had an expired epi-pen for child # 1 that was noticed when the child an allergic reaction. The epi-pen was not used, and an ambulance was called to take child to then hospital.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 24, 2024
- Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“On 6-26-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that 2 toilets in the facility were broken.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“On 6-26-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that child #1 agreement form did not indicate designated pick-up person for child # 1.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 26, 2024
3270.166(1) Written statement
“On 6-26-24 during renewal inspection Certification Representative noticed that there was no infant feeding schedule for an infants in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 25, 2024
Nov 28, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“On October 31, 2023, staff person # 1 had her group of 5 toddlers outside, when transitioning back to the inside classroom she left one toddler on the outside playground by himself for two minutes.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 4, 2023
Jun 9, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
3270.31(f)/3270.31(f)(10) Health and Safety Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR
“At the time of the inspection the inspection staff person #1, having served the facility over 90 days, was lacking a current valid pediatric first aide certificate”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2023
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
“At the time of the inspection the records of child #1 and child # 2, both observed in care in care were lacking consents required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 12, 2023
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“At the time of the inspection the older toddler room was occupied with 16 children and in the care of one fully qualified staff person.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person #1 did not have a NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2023
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the inspection the following children's records were lacking insurance policy information. Child #2, #3, #5, #6”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 16, 2023
Feb 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“At the time of the inspection there were three groups of children in the large muscle plays pace. A total of 32 children in care with 4 staff persons on the playground with them. Certification Representative did observe a group of 4 preschool aged children who entered the playground from inside the facility; these children were unaccompanied when they arrived in the large muscle play space, and they were around the corner of the "L shaped" playground not within the sight of any of the staff. On the other side of the playground Certification representative did observe a different group of 5 preschool children unsupervised and climbing on the side of the embedded play equipment with”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2023
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Jun 29, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
3270.18(a) On file at facility
“At the time of the inspection the provider did not have a current documentation proving the comprehensive general liability insurance to cover the persons who are on the premises.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2022
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“At the time of the inspection the record of staff person # 1 , having worked at the facility for over 45 days, did not have the required FBI fingerprint clearance information following regulatory guidelines.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2022
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
“At the time of the inspection the record of child #5, who was in care at the facility at the time of the inspection, was lacking the parental consents for emergency and for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff medical care required prior to admission.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2022
3270.76/3270.77(a) Building Surfaces/No peeling paint or plaster
“At the time of the inspection the toilet areas in the toddler and infant rooms had peeling paint and exposed plaster. (pictures available)”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 15, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“At the time of the inspection the Emergency contact information of children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2022
- Mar 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 10, 2021Complaint investigation2 rules cited
3270.113(b) No physical punishment
“On 11/17/21 Staff member #1 was observed by staff members #2 and #3 "grabbing child #1 by the wrist" and pulling the child by the arm lifting them off of the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
3270.113(a)/3270.113(b) Supervised at all times /No physical punishment
“On 11/17/21 Staff member #1 was observed by staff members #2 and #3 "grabbing child #1 by the wrist" and pulling the child by the arm lifting them off of the floor.”
Correction date in the state record: Dec 10, 2021
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FAQ
Questions about Chesterbrook Academy
Is Chesterbrook Academy licensed?
Yes. Chesterbrook Academy is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Chesterbrook Academy last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on June 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Chesterbrook Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 of 8 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 Chesterbrook Academy care for?
140, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Chesterbrook Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Chesterbrook Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Chesterbrook Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 968-8738 to ask.
What is Chesterbrook Academy's phone number?
(215) 968-8738.
Where is Chesterbrook Academy?
51 Marigold Dr, Newtown, PA 18940. The nearest other daycare we list is Champions at Newtown Elementary, 0.5 miles away.