GPY Copper Beech Elementary School
825 N Easton Rd, Glenside, PA
Day Care Centers
- licensed capacity
- 254
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Day Care Centers
Day Care Centers is a child care center in Glenside, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 254 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. 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 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
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12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 254 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6-week to 12 year olds |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Gym and Music classes by certified instructors (January to May) |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided. Potty training: Toilet training introduced with the support of the family |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (bus transportation for campers on pool days and trip days) |
| Languages | American Sign Language, Spanish |
| More | Founded 1983 (camp locally owned and operated since) |
| Licensed capacity | 254 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Day Care Centers has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Day Care Centers
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 254 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00245321
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 2
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Background checks 1
- Safety and hazards 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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Sep 16, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed 9/16/2026 Staff #1 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not ensure that child's hands were washed after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2026
3270.75(c) Has all items
“Observed 9/16/2026 in Care Bears classroom the first aid kit did not contain tape inside their first aid kit.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2026
3270.113(a)/3270.113(a)(1) Supervised at all times /Staff assigned to specific children
“Observed 9/16/2026 in Gummi Bears classroom Staff # 2, 3,4, and 5 had 21 children in their childcare space, staff # 2 identified 4 children, staff #3 identified 6 children, staff#4 identified 4 children and staff # 5 identified 6 children leaving 1 child unassigned. In Fozzie Bears Classroom Staff # 6, 7,8,9 and 10 had 19 children in their childcare space, staff #6 identified 4 children, staff #7 identified 3 children, staff#8 identified 5 children. Staff #9 identified 3 children and staff # 10 identified 4 children leaving 1 child unassigned.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2026
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed 9/16/2026 children #1 and 2 files did not contain their health insurance policy number on their emergency contact form.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
3270.94(a)(9)/3270.95(a) Written record/Devices must be compliant
“Observed 9/16/2026 fire detection system has not been tested every thirty days. Fire detection shall manually test all fire detection devices or systems at least once every thirty days, demonstrating the system is operable and maintain a written record of the testing with the facility's fire drill logs.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 18, 2026
Sep 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/15/2025 staff #1 file did not contain out of state clearances from Florida.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 16, 2025
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Observed 9/15/2025 child #1 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file was dated 1/23/2025.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
Sep 24, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Observed 9/24/2024 child #1 were missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 11/16/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024
3270.131(b)(2) Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months
“Observed 9/24/2022 child #2, was missing an updated health report on file, the current health report on file dated 9/29/2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Observed 9/24/2024 the fire detection device was not tested every 30 days; the facility shall have the alarm tested at least annually by a fire safety professional. The facility shall maintain, with the facility's fire drill logs, written documentation of the test results. The current annually fire drill log by a fire safety professional was last conducted of August of 2023.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 25, 2024
Aug 28, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“On 8/28/2024 during the investigation staff #1 admitted that staff #1 and 2 Staff observed staff #3 was working under the influence while supervising children in the classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 28, 2024
Sep 27, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“Observed 9/27/2023 staff #1 file did not contain out of state Delaware clearances for CSPL requirements of a completed DHS file.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 20, 2023
3270.134(a) Child's hands washed
“Observed 9/27/2023 Staff #2 was completing a diaper change and after completing the diaper change staff #1 did not handwash child #4 hands after being diapered.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.131(e)(1)/3270.131(e)(2)(i) Exemption documentation from parent/guardian/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian
“Observed On 9/27/2023 observed children #1,2, and 3 files did not contain an exemption letter for the vaccination (influenza) not completed in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Observed 9/27/2023 Child # 1 file was missing a review and update on their agreement form that requires an update at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2023
Sep 27, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
3270.151(c)(2) Mantoux TB
“Observed 9/27/2022 staff #1 was missing their tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method at initial employment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 28, 2022
3270.166(4) Bottles labeled
“Observed 9/27/2022 in Care bears classroom child # 1 cup was not label to identify the cup belong to this specific child.”
3270.32(a) Comply with CPSL
“The file of facility person #2 and 4 does not contain a completed child abuse, DHS required FBI clearance, NSOR verification, out of state clearances or a signed disclosure statement. The file does not contain copies of request(s) for the clearances/verification, and the disclosure statement required for provisional hiring under the CPSL.”
3270.131(b)(1) Infant: updated health report every 6 months
“Observed 9/27/2022 Child # 3 file was missing an updated health report for child. Child's last health assessment was 12-30-2021. The parent to provide an updated health report at least every 6 months for an infant or young toddler”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“Observed 9/27/2022 child # 5 emergency contact information was missing their 6 month periodic review.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2022
3270.124(b)(6) Insurance coverage information
“Observed 9/27/2022 child #4 file was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits on emergency contact information.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 10, 2022
3270.75(c)/3270.75(d) Has all items/On excursions
“Observed 9/27/2022 in care bears classroom the first aid kit was missing water from their first aid kit. One first-aid kit per child care group must accompany children and facility persons on excursions from the facility. Each first aid kit taken on an excursion must contain a bottle of water in addition to the items specified at §3270.75(c).”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 27, 2022
3270.133(1)/3270.133(5) Original container/Original label
“Observed 9/27/2022 in Fozzie Bears classroom Child# 2 had their EPI Pen not in its original container. The medication shall remain in the container in which it was received. Medication shall be stored in accordance with the manufacturer's or health professional's instructions on the original label.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 4, 2022
- Nov 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Day Care Centers
Is Day Care Centers licensed?
Yes. Day Care Centers is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Day Care Centers last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Day Care Centers had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Day Care Centers care for?
254, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Day Care Centers accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Day Care Centers' 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 Day Care Centers cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 572-0862 to ask.
What is Day Care Centers' phone number?
(215) 572-0862.
Where is Day Care Centers?
2828 Spear Ave, Glenside, PA 19038. The nearest other daycare we list is GPY Roslyn Elementary School, 0.8 miles away.