Central Bucks Community School-Buckingham Elem Sch
2414 Durham Rd, Buckingham, PA
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Early Learning Childrens Academy is a child care center in Buckingham, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 101 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care 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 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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
| Ages | Six weeks through pre-kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Keystone STARS 4) |
| Licensed capacity | 101 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Early Learning Childrens Academy has not listed its tuition.
State record
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 26, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 10 rules in all · 10 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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3270.94(a)(1)/3270.95(b) Every 60 days/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“Certification rep reviewed the fire drill log. Last documented fire drill was conducted on 2-17-26. Last documented date alarm was tested was 2-17-26”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2026
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“During renewal certification rep observed a tote bag with vitamins inside of it accessible to children”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“File records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“Certification Representative observed chipped paint in indoor surfaces in the facility”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“File records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.124(b)(7) Name/address/phone release person
“File Records for Child #1 Child #2 and Child #4 did not include the addresses and or telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
3270.182(5) Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission
“File record for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“File records for Staff #1 Staff #2 and Staff #3 did not include current health assessments”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.63 Unsafe Areas in Outdoor Space
“Certification Representative observed a drain pipe exposed in the outdoor play space”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 12, 2024
3270.182(3) Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission
“File record for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3 and Child #4 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child”
Correction date in the state record: Feb 26, 2024
3270.31(e) Age and Training
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 and #3 did not include 12 clock hours of childcare training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The rest equipment in room #2 was not labeled for the use of specific children.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.91(a) Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were several toys blocking the exit door located in classroom #2. The exit door was stuck shut and would not open when pushed. In addition, there were 11 cots stacked high in the walkway/exit area of the basement toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.94(a)(1)/3270.94(a)(9) Every 60 days/Written record
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility fire drill log was dated 2/16/21.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.95(a)/3270.95(b) Devices must be compliant/Director or designated staff person ensure compliance
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The Fire drill log on site was dated 2/16/21. I addition there was no documentation of testing the alarm every 30 days.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.27(a)(1) Emergency plan
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan did not have a lock-down plan.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.181(c) Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form and financial agreement for child #2 and #3 was outdated.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.31(f) Health and Safety Training
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not include the updated 1hour health and safety training.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #4 did not include a child abuse clearance, FBI fingerprint clearance or NSOR clearance.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.34(a)(6) Staff evaluations
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1 and #3 did not include an updated written evaluation.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were 3 electrical outlets uncovered located in the basement toddler classroom #3. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2023
3270.66(a) Locked or inaccessible
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was toxic dawn dish soap under an unlocked cabinet in the basement toddler classroom #3. In addition, there was hand soap on the sinks of classroom #4 and classroom #5. (Corrected on site).”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 6, 2023
3270.75(c)/3270.75(d) Has all items/On excursions
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in the infant room was missing children emergency contact forms. The first aid kit in the toddler room #2 was missing bandages. In addition, the first aid kit in the basement toddler room #3 was missing gloves, tweezers, scissors and water.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.77(a) No peeling paint or plaster
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was peeling chipped gray paint located in the basement toddler classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.82(h) Handwashing signs
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Handwashing signs were not posted at each toilet and sink throughout the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.82(i) Lidded waste receptacles
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The bathroom located in the basement toddler classroom did not have a lidded waste receptacle.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.27(a)(6) Emergency plan
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have a completed emergency drill log available.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.192(5) Two written references
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #2 only included one written reference letter. In addition, the record for staff person #4 did not include any written reference letters.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.192(3) Health assessment, TB test
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The health assessment for staff person #3 was dated 3/6/2020. In addition, the health assessment for staff person #4 did not include subsequent tuberculin skin testing.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.192(2)(ii) Exp, educ., training prior to facility
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff #4 did not include verification of childcare experience.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.27(f) Emergency plan
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have proof that the emergency plan had been sent to their local municipality.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.124(b)(6)/3270.124(b)(7) Insurance coverage information/Name/address/phone release person
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #3 did not include health insurance coverage and policy number. In addition, the emergency contact form was missing the addresses and telephone numbers of the individuals designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.123(a)(5) Designated release persons
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1 and #4 did not include the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.123(a)(3) Services proceeded
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 and #3 did not have updated CSR assessments on file.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
3270.107 Refrigerator
“On April 6, 2023, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The refrigerator located in the basement toddler room had a temperature above 45° F.”
Correction date in the state record: May 6, 2023
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FAQ
Yes. Early Learning Childrens Academy 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 June 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 10 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.
101, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (215) 794-7514 to ask.
(215) 794-7514.
4610 Hughesian Dr, Buckingham, PA 18912. The nearest other daycare we list is Central Bucks Community School-Buckingham Elem Sch, 0.2 miles away.