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370 E Airy St, Norristown, PA
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Footprints Early Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 48
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Footprints Early Learning Center
Footprints Early Learning Center is a child care center in Norristown, Pennsylvania. It is certified by the state, for up to 48 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 34 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 48 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 48 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Footprints Early Learning Center
License
- Status
- Certified by the state and operating
- License type
- Certificate of Compliance
- Capacity
- 48 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #CER-00254699
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 25, 2026: 12 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 6 visits · 34 rules in all · 34 corrected
- Building, equipment and play areas 9
- Staff training and qualifications 9
- Records and paperwork 3
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 1
- Food and nutrition 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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Aug 25, 2026Complaint investigation12 rules cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily schedule was not posted in the preschool classroom (middle room).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff person #1 was observed working alone with 8 preschool aged children and one older toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the water at the sink in the child's bathroom by the middle room measured at 112 degrees F”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the carpets in the middle preschool room and hallway area leading to the indoor playroom had areas where the seam was torn and separated and threads were pulling out of the carpets.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.102(f) Indoor climbing- protective surface
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the slide in the indoor playroom was not being used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 rubber bands were observed in a classroom with a toddler in an area accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons # 2 and #3- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Pt 1 and Pt 2 and Pediatric First aid and CPR. Staff persons #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Pt 1 and Pt 2 and Pediatric First aid and CPR and mandated reporter's training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26: Staff person #1 did not have TB testing dates on file at the facility as required. Staff persons #2 #3 #4 did not have a complete health assessment or TB testing dates and results on file at the facility”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff persons #2 and #3 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced inspection staff persons #2 and #3 did not have verification of training in the emergency plan on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 Staff persons #2 #3 did not have a signed disclosure statement, PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, an FBI Clearance or an NSOR on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff person #2 was functioning as an AGS and did not have 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff person #3 was functioning as an AGS and did not have verification of education or 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience working with children on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
Aug 25, 2026Inspection12 rules cited
3270.111(b) Posted in group space
“The daily schedule was not posted in the preschool classroom (middle room).”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.52/3270.113(a)(2) Mixed Age Level/Supervision on and facility premises
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff person #1 was observed working alone with 8 preschool aged children and one older toddler.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the water at the sink in the child's bathroom by the middle room measured at 112 degrees F”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the carpets in the middle preschool room and hallway area leading to the indoor playroom had areas where the seam was torn and separated and threads were pulling out of the carpets.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.102(f) Indoor climbing- protective surface
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 the slide in the indoor playroom was not being used over a protective surface covering which does not interfere with the stability of the equipment.”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2026
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 rubber bands were observed in a classroom with a toddler in an area accessible to the children.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff persons # 2 and #3- were observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff persons #2 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Pt 1 and Pt 2 and Pediatric First aid and CPR. Staff persons #3 has not completed the following pre- service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Health and Safety Pt 1 and Pt 2 and Pediatric First aid and CPR and mandated reporter's training.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 27, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26: Staff person #1 did not have TB testing dates on file at the facility as required. Staff persons #2 #3 #4 did not have a complete health assessment or TB testing dates and results on file at the facility”
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff persons #2 and #3 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.27(c) Training regarding plan
“During the unannounced inspection staff persons #2 and #3 did not have verification of training in the emergency plan on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 Staff persons #2 #3 did not have a signed disclosure statement, PA State Police Clearance, PA Child Abuse Clearance, an FBI Clearance or an NSOR on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(iv) HS/GED + 2 yrs/Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the unannounced inspection on 8/25/26 staff person #2 was functioning as an AGS and did not have 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience working with children on file at the facility. Staff person #3 was functioning as an AGS and did not have verification of education or 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience working with children on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Aug 26, 2026
Jun 30, 2026Complaint investigation10 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 small play cubes with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed in a classroom including older toddlers and diapers still in the plastic bags were observed in a classroom with young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 the bottom of the bathroom door was splintered in the school age classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person #1 and #2 did not have a current health assessment on file as required by regulaltin.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person #2 did not have verification of education on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person#1 and #3 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the inspection on 6/30/26, Staff person #4 was observed working alone with 14 YSA children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 rest cots and cribs were observed at the facility and were not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 6/30/2026 staff person#1 was observed working alone with children and did not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff person # 2 did not have an FBI or NSOR clearance on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 a group of young school aged children were observed alone in a classroom while the staff person #4 went to open the front door for a parent and a group of preschool aged children were observed alone in a classroom while staff person #3 went to open the front door for a parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
Jun 30, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.103 Small Toys and Objects
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 small play cubes with a diameter of less than 1 inch were observed in a classroom including older toddlers and diapers still in the plastic bags were observed in a classroom with young toddlers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 the bottom of the bathroom door was splintered in the school age classroom.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.14/3270.21 Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety
“Staff person #1 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #1 does not have current pediatric first-aid/CPR training.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.151(a)/3270.192(3) 12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person #1 and #2 did not have a current health assessment on file as required by regulaltin.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 6, 2026
3270.192(2)(iv) Transcript, diploma and letters
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person #2 did not have verification of education on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.192(5) Two written references
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 staff person#1 and #3 did not have two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 2, 2026
3270.52 Mixed Age Level
“During the inspection on 6/30/26, Staff person #4 was observed working alone with 14 YSA children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 1, 2026
3270.106(a) Clean, age appropriate
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 rest cots and cribs were observed at the facility and were not labeled for the use of a specific child.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) Comply with CPSL/CPSL information
“During the inspection on 6/30/2026 staff person#1 was observed working alone with children and did not have an FBI clearance on file. Staff person # 2 did not have an FBI or NSOR clearance on file at the facility.”
Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2026
3270.113(a) Supervised at all times
“During the inspection on 6/30/26 a group of young school aged children were observed alone in a classroom while the staff person #4 went to open the front door for a parent and a group of preschool aged children were observed alone in a classroom while staff person #3 went to open the front door for a parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Jun 30, 2026
Mar 17, 2026Inspection10 rules cited
3270.166(1) Written statement
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 a written statement giving the formula and feeding schedule for child #1 was not obtained from the parent.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.161(d) Potentially hazardous food refrigerated
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 a bottle of milk used for the children was observed unrefrigerated for over a one hour period.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
3270.133(1)/3270.133(2) Original container/Written instructions
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 prescription medication was observed at the facility for child #2 and #3 that was not in the original prescription box and did not contain the prescription label.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2026
3270.124(c) Each child care space
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 the emergency contact forms were not present in the classrooms for the children receiving care.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 30, 2026
3270.102(a) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26: 1.The bottom two drawers of the changing table were not opening and closing properly on the tracks causing the protentional for pinch or crush points. 2.Two dramatic play items had doors that were off of the hinges. (Play washer and refrigerator). 3.Two peg coat racks had fallen off the wall and were laying on the floor in the infant room.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
3270.82(g) Clean and good repair
“During the renewal inspection a screw mounting for the toilet in the child's bathroom was observed without the cap.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026
3270.76 Building Surfaces
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 rugs with damaged seams were observed in the toddler and preschool classrooms.”
Correction date in the state record: Apr 5, 2026
3270.65 Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 electrical outlets without protective outlet covers were observed in two areas of the infant room accessible to children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 17, 2026
3270.36(b)(5) HS/GED + 2 yrs
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 staff persons #2 and #3 were functioning as Assistant Group Supervisors. The files for staff persons #2 and #3 did not include 2 years (2,500 clock hours) of experience working with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2026
3270.35(b)(2) Bachelor's, 30 credits + 1 yrs
“During the renewal inspection on 3/17/26 staff person #1 was identified as a Group Supervisor. The file for staff person #1 did not include college transcripts needed to qualify staff person #1 as a Group Supervisor and did not include verification of one year experience with children.”
Correction date in the state record: Mar 20, 2026
Oct 10, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
3270.101(a) Age appropriate
“At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 10/10/2025, the School-Age Classroom did not have a sufficient amount of appropriate equipment and materials.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
3270.69(b) 110º F or less
“At the time of the Initial Inspection conducted on 10/10/2025, the hot water in the sink of the bathroom designated to be used by children reached a temperature of 113.9° F.”
Correction date in the state record: Oct 13, 2025
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FAQ
Questions about Footprints Early Learning Center
Is Footprints Early Learning Center licensed?
Yes. Footprints Early Learning Center is certified by the state and operating. This is how Pennsylvania authorizes this type of child care.
When was Footprints Early Learning Center last inspected?
Pennsylvania Department of Human Services, Office of Child Development and Early Learning lists the most recent visit on August 25, 2026, with 12 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Footprints Early Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 34 rules across 6 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 34 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 Footprints Early Learning Center care for?
48, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Footprints Early Learning Center accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Footprints Early Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Footprints Early Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (484) 684-6481 to ask.
What is Footprints Early Learning Center's phone number?
(484) 684-6481.
Where is Footprints Early Learning Center?
1000 Sandy Hill Rd Unit 200 165, Norristown, PA 19401. The nearest other daycare we list is Adventures in Better Childcare, 0.3 miles away.