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Crayon Kids

800 W Marshall St, Norristown, PA 194014.7· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
166
open each week
5 days

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About Crayon Kids

Crayon Kids is a child care center in Norristown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 166 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, early head start and pre-k.

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Licensed capacity
166 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:45 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “8:30 A.M. until 2:30 P.M, Monday through Friday (Pre-K Counts program)”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, early head start, pre-k and preschool
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum, Funnydaffer, and Owl
EnrichmentMighty Tots, Music Day, Mad Science, & Classroom Adventures Story Tellers
StaffCertified in First Aid, CPR, and receive 24 or more hours of training in the field of child development
SafetyParent app (Playground)
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsELRC subsidy
Parent updatesParent app (Playground)
LanguagesSpanish and English
Licensed capacity166 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Crayon Kids has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Crayon Kids

License

Status
Certified by the state and operating
License type
Certificate of Compliance
Capacity
166 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#CER-00254698
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 20, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 9
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Background checks 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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  1. Jan 20, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.82(g) Clean and good repair

      “The floor cap to the toilet used by the children in upper-level bathroom was missing.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 6, 2026

    • Health, medication and illness

      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

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/20/26 the emergency contact form for child #1 did not have written parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 2, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/20/26 a partition style door in the large muscle playroom was torn and damaged.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection a table was observed turned on it's side to block children from leaving the large muscle playroom to a hallway area used by a separate organization that contains a barbershop.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 13, 2026

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/20/26 the lower-level (basement)classroom did not have an operable fire detector.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026

  2. Sep 9, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the inspection on 9/9/25 the playground padded turf had areas where it was torn and/or damaged by slide/hill area as well as sections in the flat area surrounding the slide.”

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 10, 2025

  3. Jan 30, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.66(d) Toxic plants not permitted

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/25 a Pothos plant was observed in the upper-level classroom (Sunflower room). And a snake plant was observed in the hallway area.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.67(c) No insects or rodents

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/25 mouse droppings were found in a drawer in the upper level "Coral" classroom.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 14, 2025

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/25 a window in the upper level "Coral" classroom opened beyond six inches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.78 Lighting

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/25 the lights in the interior upper-level hallway by the bathrooms were not working.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 1, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/24 a cubbie unit was a narrow base and tipping hazard was observed in a hallway used by the children.”

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 30, 2025

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.76 Building Surfaces

      “During the renewal inspection on 1/30/25 the upper-level child's bathroom was under construction (floor was being replaced).”

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2025

  4. Feb 16, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      3270.72(d) Above ground window opening restricted to 6"

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/16/24 a window in the School Aged classroom located on the second floor was not modified to limit the opening to 6 or fewer inches.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024

    • Supervision and ratios

      3270.21 General Health and Safety

      “A wall divider used to secure access to a balcony opening (off of the second level indoor playroom was not secured) and was able to be pulled open.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024

    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/22/24 the file for staff person #1 did not have PA Criminal clearance on file.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/6/24 the provider did not have a written policy that included Recognition of potential signs and symptoms of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma and Strategies for coping with a crying, fussing, or distraught child; and a policy that addresses the prevention and identification of child maltreatment.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 22, 2024

    • Building, equipment and play areas

      3270.104(a) Clean, good repair, proper size

      “During the renewal inspection on 2/16/24 shelfs with a tipping hazard were observed in the basement level classroom and large tables were observed stacked in the hallway area outside of the classroom in the basement level.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 16, 2024

  5. Feb 1, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.27(c) Training regarding plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the file for staff person #2 did not contain verification of training on the emergency plan.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the emergency plan did not contain a continuity of operations plan.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the file for staff person #1 did not contain verification of the staff person's education.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Records and paperwork

      3270.192(1) Name, address, and phone

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the file for staff person #2 did not contain record of the staff person's address and telephone number.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Staff training and qualifications

      3270.192(5) Two written references

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the file for staff person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(f) Emergency plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the ermegency plan did not contain verification of being sent to the local municipality.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

    • Safety and hazards

      3270.27(a)(2) Emergency plan

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/01/2023, the emergency plan did not contain the evacuation route to the offsite location.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 11, 2023

  6. Jun 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 2, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

      “During a renewal inspection on 02/02/2022, the file for stff person #1 contained a New York State Driver's License and did not contain the local police, child abuse and sex offender clearances from New York State.”

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2022

Copied from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Jun 2021. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Crayon Kids

Is Crayon Kids licensed?

Yes. Crayon Kids is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.

When was Crayon Kids last inspected?

Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on January 20, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Crayon Kids had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Crayon Kids care for?

166, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Crayon Kids accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Crayon Kids' hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:45 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Crayon Kids cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (610) 275-3181 to ask.

What is Crayon Kids' phone number?

(610) 275-3181.

Where is Crayon Kids?

800 W Marshall St, Norristown, PA 19401. The nearest other daycare we list is Aclamo, under 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning (license and visits).